Davido and Skales Stand Up for Activist, VeryDarkMan
Musicians Davido and Skales Call for the Freedom of VeryDarkMan
In a recent development, popular Nigerian musicians David Adeleke, famously known as Davido, and Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, better known by his stage name Skales, have joined a chorus of voices calling for the release of Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.
Our platform reported that the social media personality and activist, VDM, was detained by suspected operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following a transaction at Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) premises.
Davido, using his social media platform, commended the public's support for VDM. He applauded the united voice in backing VDM, reflecting a solidified youthful voice. He emphasized the release of the rights activist.
"Beyond the hullabaloo, it’s awesome to observe that, indeed, the righteous acts genuinely affect lives and people genuinely appreciate! The backing I witness for VDM everywhere is inspiring... encourages one to do more for the masses. FREEDOM FOR MY DUDE, he wrote on his handle.*
Skales, on the other hand, urged the youth to be wise and assert their rights. He encouraged Nigerian youths to boycott GTB.
"Nigerian youths, smarten up! Unite for your rights ... this moment is not for online squabbles or being against each other ... what is unfolding is serious ... tomorrow may be your turn ... all in all, GTBank should be a bank you, as a youth, should shun ... stay abundantly blessed, I’m grinding." he wrote on his handle.
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While the specific charges against VeryDarkMan remain undisclosed, sources close to the EFCC allude to allegations of cyberstalking under the Cybercrimes Act of 2015[1][5]. Various complaints accuse the activist of using social media platforms to harass, insult, and intimidate individuals[1][5]. Known for his outspoken commentary on public figures and institutions, VDM has previously accused the EFCC of misconduct[1][4].
Rights groups, including Omoyele Sowore, have voiced concerns that the arrest is an attempt to stifle criticism[1]. Meanwhile, the detained activist's attorney, Deji Adeyanju, stated that the EFCC had not formally revealed specific charges as of the time of his detention[1][2]. The ongoing case underscores the tensions between Nigeria’s anti-corruption enforcement and digital rights activism.
- Davido and Skales, both prominent Nigerian musicians, have expressed support for VeryDarkMan, an activist who was allegedly arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
- Skales, on his social media platform, urged the Nigerian youth to be wise, unite for their rights, and boycott Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), the bank where the incident occurred.
- In a show of solidarity, Davido commended the public's support for VeryDarkMan, emphasizing the release of the rights activist.
- The arrest of VeryDarkMan, a social media personality and activist, has sparked concerns among rights groups, including Omoyele Sowore, about potential attempts to stifle criticism.
- The specific charges against VeryDarkMan are not yet disclosed, but sources close to the EFCC suggest allegations of cyberstalking under the Cybercrimes Act of 2015.
- Evidently, VeryDarkMan, known for his outspoken commentary, has previously accused the EFCC of misconduct.
- Deji Adeyanju, VeryDarkMan's attorney, stated that the EFCC had not formally revealed specific charges as of the time of his detention.
- This ongoing case highlights the tensions between Nigeria’s anti-corruption enforcement and digital rights activism.
