Police Summon VeryDarkMan Over Allegations Against AIG Moshood Jimoh

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed inviting social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to Abuja to provide evidence in support of allegations he made against the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Lagos, AIG Moshood Jimoh.

The Force also disclosed that AIG Jimoh has been summoned by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police overseeing the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) as part of an ongoing administrative review of the allegations.

VeryDarkMan had earlier accused the senior police officer of conspiring to implicate businessman Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi in a murder case linked to the death of Sheriff Salami.

The allegations were made in a video shared on his social media platforms, where he questioned the police investigation into the case and raised concerns about the integrity of the criminal justice process.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the police explained that the criminal case referenced by VeryDarkMan had already been investigated and was currently before a court of competent jurisdiction following legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

The Force stressed that, since the matter is already before the court, it would not engage in public debate or allow media campaigns to influence the judicial process.

“The criminal matter referenced in public commentary was investigated and is now before a court of competent jurisdiction, following the advice of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). As the matter is sub judice, its adjudication rests solely with the judiciary.

“The Force will not try this case in the media, nor will it allow its outcome to be shaped by public campaigns or commentary seeking to prejudge the officers or parties involved,” the statement read.

According to the police, the FCID in Abuja formally invited VeryDarkMan on July 30, 2026, requesting his appearance to substantiate the claims he had made publicly.

“The Force Criminal Investigation Department, Abuja, on 30th July 2026, formally issued a letter of invitation to Mr. Otse (VeryDarkMan), inviting him to appear at its Abuja office to substantiate the claims he has made in the public domain,” the statement added.

The Force said the invitation reflects its commitment to investigating all credible allegations of misconduct, regardless of the rank of the officer involved or the public profile of the complainant.

It explained that such complaints are handled through established internal mechanisms, including the Force CID, the Force Complaint Response Unit and, where necessary, the Office of the Inspector-General of Police.

The police further stated that disciplinary procedures within the Force are governed by the Constitution, the Police Act 2020, Police Regulations, Force Orders and other applicable administrative guidelines, which apply equally to every officer.

While acknowledging the constitutional right of Nigerians to express their views and demand accountability from public institutions, the Force cautioned that such rights do not extend to making defamatory or unsubstantiated allegations intended to force disciplinary action outside due process.

According to the statement, every allegation must be formally reported, thoroughly investigated and fairly assessed, while any officer found culpable would face sanctions in line with the law.

The police also warned that where allegations are proven to be false and deliberately intended to tarnish the reputation of an officer or the institution, appropriate legal action may be taken.

The Force urged VeryDarkMan to honour the invitation, cooperate with investigators and allow the separate criminal proceedings already before the court to continue without interference.

It also advised members of the public to channel complaints against police officers through the appropriate complaint and oversight mechanisms rather than attempting to influence investigations through media campaigns.

“The Nigeria Police Force remains an institution founded on law, discipline, and accountability. No officer is above the law, and no genuine complaint is ignored; nor will any officer be sanctioned outside the procedures the law prescribes,” the statement concluded.

The Force reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, transparency and the impartial administration of justice in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.