World of Explorers

 “It started with one man, one microphone, and millions of people watching. But today, that online police has a name… the Ratels .” In Nigeria’s chaotic world of social media, few personalities have generated as much attention as VeryDarkMan, popularly known as VDM. Known for his outspoken style and willingness to confront controversial issues, VDM gradually transformed his huge online following into something bigger—a movement. They call themselves the Ratel Movement. The name comes from the honey badger, an animal famous for its toughness and fearlessness. For VDM’s supporters, the Ratel became more than a name. It became a symbol. But what exactly is the movement fighting for? The Ratels have increasingly presented themselves as a grassroots community focused on issues such as accountability, social justice and community development. Members have participated in sanitation exercises and other community-oriented activities, attempting to move activism beyond social media and into...

  Harrison Emefiena Gwamnishu is a Nigerian human-rights activist, philanthropist and social advocate known for publicly speaking about police brutality, wrongful imprisonment, insecurity, the treatment of vulnerable people.and his enormous contribution in the rescue of kidnapped victims. He was born in July 1989 in Ubulu-Ukwu, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State. Gwamnishu's journey into activism was strongly influenced by his experiences with Nigeria's justice system. Reports about his life state that he spent several years in prison before being discharged and acquitted. After his release, he became increasingly involved in helping prisoners and families dealing with difficult legal situations. His advocacy eventually developed into work through organisations including Behind Bars Human Rights Foundation, which focuses on human-rights concerns and the welfare of people in detention. Over the years, Harrison has become particularly active on social media, using...