Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), a popular Nigerian social media personality and influencer, was arrested by the Nigerian police at the Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) premises in Abuja on May 2, 2025. According to reports, the arrest followed VDM's public criticism of GTBank over alleged unauthorized transactions from his mother's account.
Details of the Arrest
VDM's lawyer, Barrister Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development on Twitter, stating that officers of the Nigeria Police Force apprehended VeryDarkMan at Area 3 in Abuja. Adeyanju expressed his disapproval of the arrest, tweeting, "JUST IN: VDM arrested by the police at GTB. Spoke to them before he was arrested. This is absolutely unacceptable. Demanding accountability is not a crime."
Circumstances Surrounding the Arrest
Adeyanju further revealed that VDM was arrested with his friend, C Park, but his mother was left alone. The circumstances surrounding the arrest are still unfolding, and more details are expected to emerge.
Implications and Reactions
The arrest has sparked reactions on social media, with many questioning the motives behind the police action. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact VDM's online presence and the broader conversation around banking accountability in Nigeria ¹.
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