“Free VDM!” — Protest Erupts in Abuja Over Arrest of Influencer VeryDarkMan
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“Free VDM!” — Protest Erupts in Abuja Over Arrest of Influencer VeryDarkMan
Dozens of protesters stormed the streets of Abuja on Monday, May 5, 2025, demanding the immediate release of popular social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).
The demonstration took place in the Wuse area, where the crowd was seen chanting and holding placards that read: “Free VDM! Free VDM!”
The protest comes in response to VDM’s arrest by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, May 2.
VDM is reportedly facing allegations of cyberstalking, though official charges have yet to be made public.
His legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju, expressed concern over the lack of transparency, stating that the EFCC has not disclosed the exact offence for which his client is being held.
Read also: Why VeryDarkMan Was Arrested by EFCC – FCNN
“The EFCC has not formally disclosed the specific offence his client is alleged to have committed.”
The influencer’s detention has sparked nationwide debate and drawn criticism from notable figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who described the arrest as “alarming.”
