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EFCC Arrests VeryDarkMan Over Alleged Cyberstalking Offences
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested prominent social media commentator, Martins Vincent Otse—popularly known as VeryDarkMan—over allegations linked to cyberstalking.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
An EFCC insider, speaking anonymously to Vanguard, confirmed the arrest on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The source revealed that the action followed a series of complaints accusing VeryDarkMan of using his online platforms to harass, insult, and intimidate individuals—activities believed to potentially violate Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act of 2015.
While the identities of the complainants and full details of the grievances were not disclosed, the source emphasized that the Commission had received “several complaints” prompting the arrest.
In response, legal counsel for VeryDarkMan, Deji Adeyanju, affirmed ongoing efforts to secure his client’s release. “I’m currently outside the country but will return to Abuja by Monday afternoon. We plan to meet with EFCC officials by 4 p.m. to arrange for his bail,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the EFCC is reportedly finalizing preparations to formally charge VeryDarkMan, with court filings expected as early as Monday.
President Tinubu has given full backing for the implementation of the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 budget after signing the Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also approved an amendment extending the lifespan of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure completion of ongoing capital projects nationwide.
Under the 2026 fiscal plan, ₦4.799 trillion is set aside for statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, while ₦32.2 trillion goes to capital projects—about half of the total budget.
The focus, according to the administration, is on infrastructure development, security, and growth-driven investments aimed at improving living standards.
Speaking on the development, presidential aide Bayo Onanuga said the extension of the 2025 budget will help ensure full use of allocated funds, especially for major ongoing projects.
Tinubu directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure transparency, discipline, and value-for-money in implementing the budget, while praising the National Assembly for its swift passage of the bill.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, revenue growth, job creation, and social welfare improvements.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State have restated their support for Senator Sunday Steve Karimi, who represents Kogi West in the Senate, while also calling for unity within the party ahead of future elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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