Controversial Nigerian social media commentator Verydarkman (VDM) has been remanded in EFCC custody following a court order secured by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, pending the outcome of investigations into alleged violations of Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act.
According to The Guardian Nigeria, the arrest—which involved a joint operation with DSS and the Nigeria Police Force—took place last Friday in Wuse, Abuja, shortly after VDM exited a bank.
“The remand order was granted to enable a thorough investigation before arraignment,” an EFCC official disclosed.
VDM’s legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed efforts are underway to gain access to his client and consider legal remedies.
As of Monday, formal charges are yet to be filed, but EFCC sources say they expect “substantial” allegations once investigations conclude.
