36 m. ago Free VeryDarkMan, He’s My Friend – Portable Appeals To Authorities

Nigerian singer Portable has made an emotional appeal to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), calling for the release of popular online personality VeryDarkMan. In a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Portable expressed concern over VeryDarkMan’s arrest, describing him as a “friend” and a “generous individual,” […] The post Free VeryDarkMan, He’s My Friend – Portable Appeals To Authorities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Educationists slam factional NANS President over allegation against Seyi Tinubu

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Educationists under the umbrella of the Education for Accelerated Development (EAD) have described the recent allegation by the factional president of National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah against Seyi Tinubu, son of President Tinubu, as hoax and piece of fabrication. The factional NANS president had accused Seyi […] The post Educationists slam factional NANS President over allegation against Seyi Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has condemned the arrest of social media influencer Martin Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), urging greater respect for the rule of law and human rights. In a statement on X on Sunday, May 4, Obi criticised the manner of Otse’s arrest, describing […] The post Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of Edo State Police Command attached to the Oba Market Division have arrested two suspects over alleged kidnapping and robbery. The suspects were identified as Maxwell Mathew and Samuel Mathew, both from Abraka in Delta State. In a statement by the state’s Police Command’s Spokesman, Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed that the arrest is coming, […] The post Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Opposition slams Taraba Governor Kefas for prioritising luxury projects ahead of May 29 anniversary

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo As Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas approaches his second anniversary in office on May 29, 2025, the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused him of focusing on personal luxury projects while neglecting initiatives that benefit the public. Alhaji Hassan Ardo Jika, former Nigerian Envoy to Trinidad and Tobago, claimed Kefas […] The post Opposition slams Taraba Governor Kefas for prioritising luxury projects ahead of May 29 anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has raised concerns over what he read more Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

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7 h. ago Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has joined the growing list of public figures calling for the release of popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The activist was reportedly arrested on Friday in Abuja by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via his […] The post Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges

Seun Kuti, a Nigerian singer, has weighed in on the controversial arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan, suggesting that the arrest is linked to a larger power struggle involving influential religious figures. Kuti, who claimed to have spoken with VeryDarkMan’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, stated in a video shared on social media on Saturday that he […] The post Religious Cabals Behind Crackdown On VeryDarkMan – Seun Kuti Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Police Nab 2 Suspected Cult Leaders, Female Informant In Akwa Ibom

The anti-cult operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have averted a bloody rival cult war, apprehending two gang leaders of the Ku Klux Klans (KKK) confraternity and one female accomplice suspected to be their girlfriend and informant. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, DSP Timfon John who addressed Journalists in Uyo […]

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8 h. ago Methodist Bishop Denies Assault, Abuse Of Priest In Cross River

The presiding Bishop of Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Atamunu, Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut has dismissed allegation of verbal abuse and physical assault on a priest, Rev. Victor Uloh. Rev. Oloh, a priest serving under in the diocese had accused the bishop of inhuman treatment and oppression. Reacting to the allegation in an interview with […]

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8 h. ago Ladoja Accuses Opposition Parties Of Fueling Faction In NANS  

The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Olushola Ladoja has accused opposition political parties of orchestrating ‘false’ factions within the student body to destabilise its leadership. Ladoja made this known while speaking with journalists to clarify recent developments within the education sector and to state the official position of the NANS […]

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11 h. ago Skales Joins Outcry Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Recounts Late Mother’s Ordeal

Nigerian rapper and singer-songwriter Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has lashed out at Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), branding it the “worst bank in Nigeria.” His criticism comes amid mounting backlash against the bank following the controversial arrest of social media influencer VeryDarkMan. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Skales […] The post Skales Joins Outcry Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Recounts Late Mother’s Ordeal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food

Popular Nigerian social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reportedly been denied access to food by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sparking outrage among his friends and associates. It is important to note that VDM’s legal representative, activist-lawyer Deji Adeyanju, issued a statement claiming he was arrested by […] The post Controversy As EFCC Allegedly Denies VeryDarkMan Access To Food appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has nabbed three suspected armed robbers and cultists who were allegedly terrorising communities along the Calabar-Itu road axis, and recovered firearms. On Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, released a statement in Uyo to this effect. “Following credible intelligence regarding an impending cult clash along the Calabar-Itu […] The post Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago UPDATED: I am not in EFCC detention, I served my country and God – Mele Kyari

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Mele Kyari, former Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has strongly denied media reports claiming he is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He declared, “I served not only my country but also God.” In a statement shared with […] The post UPDATED: I am not in EFCC detention, I served my country and God – Mele Kyari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Why it’ll be difficult for ongoing coalition to work – Sani, ADP National Chairman

…Says Nigeria is under state capture By Daniel Kanu Yabagi Sani is the national chairman, Action Democratic Party (ADP) and  the  immediate past chairman of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC ). In this encounter with Sunday Sun, he speaks on the gale of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing President Bola Tinubu of […] The post Why it’ll be difficult for ongoing coalition to work – Sani, ADP National Chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Police nab suspected robbers, cultists planning attack in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three suspected robbers and cultists along the Calabar-Itu Road axis, near Uyo, read more Police nab suspected robbers, cultists planning attack in Akwa Ibom

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24 h. ago Adeyanju To Close Accounts, Take Legal Steps Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest

Prominent Nigerian lawyer and human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju has declared his intention to take legal action against Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank). He accused the financial institution of being complicit in the recent arrest and alleged mistreatment of social media activist VeryDarkMan and his associate, C-Park. In a post shared via his Facebook page on […] The post Adeyanju To Close Accounts, Take Legal Steps Against GTBank Over VeryDarkMan’s Arrest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of dishonesty over rumours surrounding his alleged move to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. The party claimed that Adeleke did make attempts to switch allegiance but was rejected after being told he would not be […] The post Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested 95 suspected cult members during some operations across various parts of the state. It was gathered that the suspects were members of the notorious Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities, disturbing the peace of the state. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu, disclosed […] The post Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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