The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has refuted reports about explaining the reasons behind VeryDarkMan’s arrest, labelling them as fake news.
According to reports, VeryDarkMan was arrested following complaints about his social media activities, which may contravene the Cybercrimes Act of 2015.
The EFCC denied reports on its social media accounts, sharing photos of news outlets that reported the story and labelling them as fake.
Reports suggest VeryDarkMan was arrested due to complaints about his social media activities, including harassment, insults, and intimidation.
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Prominent figures like Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, Davido, and human rights groups have condemned the arrest. A group of Nigerians reportedly protested at a GTBank branch and the EFCC office, demanding VeryDarkMan’s release.
VeryDarkMan was arrested after visiting a GTBank branch in Abuja to report unauthorised transactions on his mother’s account. The situation highlights the complexities surrounding VeryDarkMan’s arrest and the reactions it has sparked among prominent figures and the public.
