BREAKING: EFCC Grants VeryDarkMan Administrative Bail
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has granted an administrative bail to Martins Innocent Otse otherwise known as VeryDarkMan.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VDM, for questioning over alleged financial crimes. Despite several invitations, Otse refused to appear before the Commission.
VeryDarkMan, known for his outspoken commentary on social and political issues, was picked up by EFCC operatives on Friday, May 2, 2025.
The development generated a lot of condemnations from Nigerians who demanded reasons for his arrest and immediate release.
The EFCC clarifies that Otse’s arrest is not related to his public criticisms of the Commission. The Commission has obtained a valid Remand Order and has offered Otse administrative bail, which he will be released on once he fulfills the bail conditions.
The EFCC received petitions alleging financial malfeasance against Otse(VDM), which the Commission cannot ignore. The allegations are being investigated, and Otse has been taken into custody.
The statement reads; “The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in the exercise of its mandate of tackling economic and financial crimes, invited Martins Vincent Otse owing to a series of petitions bordering on sundry issues of alleged financial crimes raised against him. He refused to show up in spite of several invitations sent to him through his known addresses and medium of communication. The petitions pertain to grave allegations of financial malfeasance which cannot be ignored by the Commission.
“It is needful to admit that the Commission is aware of several unguarded attacks of the suspect against its operations. While such conduct is condemnable, his arrest was not informed by such attacks. The relevant law enforcement agency will be allowed to look into them.
“The EFCC has a lawful right to hold Otse in custody like any other suspect being investigated by the Commission. The appropriate Remand Order was obtained in this regard. He has been offered an administrative bail and would be released after fulfilling all the bail conditions.
“The Commission appreciates the interest of Nigerians in its operations. The passion, enthusiasm and torrential reactions to all of its activities are welcome. However, insinuations about its motive in carrying out its assignment should no longer continue. The EFCC should be allowed to do its job without fear or favour. As soon as investigations are concluded, charges will be filed.”