The Police have reportedly detained Social media activist, Martins Otse widely known as Very Dark Man, following his unauthorized use of the police uniform.
According to reports, officials of the police raided his apartment and he was arrested in Thursday evening.
NPO reports that the activist posted a video on social media donning the police costume presenting himself as the Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) of the Online Division.
Following this action, he was summoned by the police after which he tendered an apology which was posted on social media.
According to his friend, Dkokopee, the police searched VDM’s house for the police costume which he used in the video.
He also disclosed that the police plans to charge him to court.
Confirming that VDM is in police custody, his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, said,
“Our client, VDM has been detained after honouring police invitation just like yesterday.
“VDM who has been consistent in saying the Nigerian Police are our friends even when we all know they are not.”