The arrest of popular social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has ignited a storm of criticism and not just about his detention. Nigerians are once again demanding answers from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission about the unresolved corruption allegations against former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello.
VeryDarkMan was taken into custody over cyber stalking allegations claims by the EFCC. But the public’s reaction has been swift and sharp, turning attention toward what many see as the agency’s selective approach to justice. Across social media platforms, the conversation quickly shifted from Otse’s arrest to the lingering question: why hasn’t the EFCC made meaningful progress in prosecuting Yahaya Bello?
The former governor faces serious allegations involving billions in misappropriated public funds. Yet despite months of media coverage and official murmurs, there has been little visible action. Meanwhile, the EFCC appears quick to pounce on a vocal online personality over critical remarks. For many Nigerians, the optics couldn’t be worse.
Social media was flooded with outrage. “You found VeryDarkMan in 48 hours. Yahaya Bello’s been missing in plain sight for months,” one user wrote. Others mocked the agency’s priorities, accusing it of going after easy targets while shielding political elites.
This isn’t the first time the EFCC has faced accusations of double standards, but the arrest of a widely known and controversial figure like VeryDarkMan has brought the issue into sharper focus. For the average Nigerian watching this unfold, the message feels clear: speak out and you’re vulnerable, steal billions and you might get a pass especially if you’re well connected.
Until the EFCC shows consistent accountability across the board, it will continue to face growing distrust. Nigerians want more than statements. They want results and justice that doesn’t pick favorites.
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