Protesters Storm Abuja Bank, Demand Release of VeryDarkMan
“#FreeVDM” Protests Erupt in AbujaAngry protesters converged on a new generation bank in Abuja on Monday, demanding the immediate release of detained social media activist Martins Otse (VeryDarkMan) . Chanting “Activism is not a crime!” and holding placards reading “VDM has committed no offence,” demonstrators accused authorities of targeting the influencer for his outspoken criticism. The Arrest ControversyVDM was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged cyberstalking , linked to his recent expose on suspicious transactions involving his mother’s bank account. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju , claims he was “ambushed” inside the bank premises. Bank’s Denial and CCTV EvidenceThe bank denied involvement, releasing CCTV footage showing VDM exiting the facility minutes before his arrest. Protesters, however, questioned the timing and circumstances, alleging collusion with security agencies to silence the activist. Social Media OutrageThe incident has ignited […]