Finally, controversial Nigerian socialite, Martin Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has been released from detention after spending more than two weeks in police custody.

New Telegraph reports that the social media critic was arrested and arraigned before the Federal High Court in Abuja on May 22, 2024, over allegations of cyberstalking and bullying.

In a viral video making waves on X, it could be seen as VeryDarkman was greeted by supporters shortly after his release.

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He faced five counts involving accusations of cyberstalking against the Nigerian Police and Nollywood actresses, Iyabo Ojo and Tonto Dike, but he pleaded not guilty to all charges.

The case captured widespread attention due to its implications for free speech and the boundaries of online behaviour. VeryDarkMan’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, immediately applied for bail.

However, the police prosecution team requested additional time to respond, leading Justice Mobolaji Olajuwon to adjourn the bail hearing until May 29.

During the proceedings, the prosecution pushed for Otse to be held in prison custody, but his defence team successfully argued for his remand at the National Cybercrime Centre under police supervision instead of prison.

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VeryDarkMan Regains Freedom 3 Weeks After Detention

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