Martins Vincent Otse (born 8 April 1994),[2] popularly known as VeryDarkMan, is a Nigerian activist, critic and social media influencer.[3] He grew up in Kaduna, Nigeria.[4]
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| Born | Martins Vincent Otse[1] 8 April 1994 Edo State, Nigeria |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
Career
editVeryDarkMan gained mainstream attention in 2022 following his associations with Nigerian celebrities. He gained more attention after uploading controversial videos on his social media handle, particularly on Instagram.[5] In June 2023, Nigerian singer Davido followed him on Instagram and publicly endorsed him.[6] VeryDarkMan was subsequently nominated for Silverbird's Most Influential Social Media Influencer of the Year award.[7][8]
Controversy
editVeryDarkMan was arrested in March 2024 on allegations of cyberbullying and cyberstalking, including false accusations against Nigerian actresses and officials.[9] He pleaded not guilty and was remanded in police custody until his hearing on May 29, 2024. After two weeks in detention, he was released.[10] In June 2024, he was arrested again at his Abuja residence on defamation charges related to a social media exposé.[11] VeryDarkMan was questioned by police on June 30, 2024, regarding defamation allegations and released shortly after. No arrest was made, contrary to initial reports.[12]
On September 26, 2024, Falana & Falana Chambers issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Otse via a letter, demanding an immediate retraction and apology for allegedly defamatory statements against Femi Falana, made in his September 25, 2024 Instagram post.[13]
Reference
edit- ^ "10 things to know about fast-rising online police VeryDarkMan". 2 October 2023. Archived from the original on 12 October 2023. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Kareem, Azeez (22 May 2024). "Social Media Critic Verydarkman Faces Cyberbullying Charges". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 30 June 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Sahara (30 June 2024). "VeryDarkMan Arrested For Exposing Alleged Fraudster, Born in the Trap". Sahara Reporters. Archived from the original on 30 June 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Ankrah, Shalom (2 October 2023). "VeryDarkMan: 6 Facts About him and Quick Rise to Fame". Legit.ng. Archived from the original on 12 October 2023. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Taiwo, Owolawi (22 October 2023). "VeryDarkBlackMan Who Went from Being Dragged to Becoming Celebrity". Legit.ng. Archived from the original on 6 February 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Onu, Stephen (28 December 2023). "Hilda Baci, Ilebaye, Very Dark Black Man, other breakout celebrities of 2023". Premium Times. Archived from the original on 6 February 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Influencer of The Year – Silverbird Man of The Year". Silverbird. 4 January 2024. Archived from the original on 17 April 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Ogugua, Ifezulike (12 January 2024). "Smoty: Tunde Ednut, Don Jazzy, Very Dark Black man, Others Nominated For Silverbird Most Influential Influencer". Rhythm. Archived from the original on 26 February 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ Sulaimon, Adekunle (22 May 2024). "Verydarkman remanded in police custody for cyberbullying". Punch Newspapers. Archived from the original on 5 June 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Sulaimon, Adekunle (10 June 2024). "VeryDarkMan regains freedom after two weeks detention". Punch Newspapers. Archived from the original on 30 June 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Johnson, Hannah (30 June 2024). "Police arrest VeryDarkMan over defamation allegations". Punch Newspapers. Archived from the original on 1 July 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "BREAKING: Nigerian Blogger VeryDarkMan Released Hours After Police Arrest For Exposing Alleged Fraudster | Sahara Reporters". Sahara Reporters. Archived from the original on 30 June 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "BREAKING: Femi Falana Gives VeryDarkMan 24 Hours To Issue Public Apology Over 'Wicked, Offensive, Derogatory' Bribery Allegations Involving Bobrisky | Sahara Reporters". saharareporters.com. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
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