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Davido, Portable join calls for VeryDarkMan’s release after arrest at GTBank

Posted by Gistsnaija. on 5 May, 2025 | under Entertainment
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Nigerian music stars Davido and Portable have joined the growing public outcry demanding the release of online critic VeryDarkMan. The controversial arrest of VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, at a GTBank branch in Abuja has sparked widespread outrage online.

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Davido Calls for Release of VeryDarkMan

Davido took to his official X account to express his support for VeryDarkMan, highlighting the positive impact the critic has had on people’s lives. He praised the solidarity shown by Nigerians rallying behind him, writing: “Outside all the noise, it’s good to see that the good one does actually impacts lives and people appreciate! The support I’m seeing for VDM everywhere is encouraging… makes one want to do more for the masses. FREE MY GUY.”

Portable Shows Support for VeryDarkMan

Portable, despite having a previously rocky relationship with VeryDarkMan, took to Instagram to show his support. He emphasized that personal differences should not stand in the way of doing what’s right, describing VeryDarkMan as a generous individual who often helps the less privileged. Portable urged authorities to release VeryDarkMan, saying: “Please make una help us free VeryDarkMan. He is my friend.”

Public Pressure Mounts for Release of VeryDarkMan

As public pressure continues to mount, many Nigerians await updates from the EFCC regarding the circumstances of VeryDarkMan’s arrest and possible release. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the use of law enforcement to settle personal scores and the importance of protecting freedom of speech.