Controversial social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has addressed the public for the first time since his recent detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The activist was arrested on Friday, May 2, shortly after visiting a commercial bank branch in Abuja. His arrest sparked widespread reactions across the country, with fans and celebrities staging demonstrations at EFCC offices in protest and calling for his immediate release.
Following five days in custody, VDM was released on the evening of Wednesday, May 7. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via a post on his Instagram account.
In a short video message shared on the same platform, VeryDarkMan disclosed that the EFCC accused him of suspected involvement in money laundering—a claim he dismissed as unfounded.
According to him, the accusations were perplexing, given his modest financial status. He explained that his philanthropic activities had likely drawn suspicion, despite being funded through personal sacrifice and debts.
Expressing his frustration with the allegations, he remarked humorously that he had been labelled a money launderer despite not possessing significant wealth.
The EFCC has yet to issue a formal statement on the arrest and the outcome of its investigation.
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