I Owe To Help Others” – VeryDarkMan Breaks Silence On EFCC Arrest, Denies Money Laundering

Nigerian social media commentator, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has denied allegations of money laundering following his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

He was arrested last Friday in Abuja after several petitions were filed against him. According to the EFCC, the arrest stemmed from his repeated failure to respond to invitations concerning accusations of financial impropriety.

His detention sparked outrage among Nigerian youths, many of whom took to social media and the streets of Abuja to demand his immediate release.

On Wednesday evening, activist and politician Omoyele Sowore confirmed VDM’s release through a brief Facebook post: “VDM Released!”

In a widely circulated video, VeryDarkMan appears alongside his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, expressing disbelief over the money laundering claims. He questioned the basis of the accusation, noting that he isn’t wealthy.

“How can someone without money be accused of money laundering?” he said. “They see the charity work I do and are puzzled. What they don’t realize is—I use borrowed money to fund my charity.”