- Martins Otse, expressed gratitude to supporters for advocating for his release.
- He was detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
- His supporters organized protests in Abuja, calling for his freedom.

Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, expressed his deep gratitude to everyone who spoke up to ensure his release from custody.
As a reminder, VeryDarkMan had been held by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which prompted his supporters to protest in the streets of Abuja, demanding his freedom.
In a new video posted to his social media on Saturday, May 10, VeryDarkMan shared that he never anticipated the level of support he received from Nigerians who took to the streets for his release.
“I never expected the love, I almost wanted to cry when I came out and saw everything,” he said.
In the video, which was quite lengthy, VeryDarkMan took time to express his gratitude to his legal team, headed by Deji Adeyanju, as well as to Cubana Chiefpriest, Davido, Jojooflele, Dkokopee, and many others.
He also shared his surprise at the support he received from Femi Falana, despite their ongoing legal disagreements.
“I didn’t expect Falana to say anything,” he said. “I really want to appreciate everyone that lent their voice to say #FreeVDM. I have recorded over 15 videos today because I don’t want to miss anyone’s name, and I hope I didn’t. If I did, please tag them and pass on my thanks on my behalf (TO THE RATEL MOVEMENT WORLDWIDE).”
The video of VeryDarkMan showing his appreciation to the celebrities and supporters who protested for his release from detention is below.
See some comments below:
@nothinkam:”No sir it is the whole Nigeria behind you no worry.”
@deen406:”DARKI @verydarkblackman you are loved by many This should keep you going Never Give Up Never Back Down
@tonizek:”It is not easy to remember everyone, but we know and see that the world stood still until VDM is freed, we will let VDM enemies know that they are God’s enemies and so they are our enemies too. We’re prepared even more for the future and that we are ahead of them. God bless you!”
@world2god:”We Ebira boys we madet gan and we no Dey hear anything as dem don cut our hear comot.”
@interllectual_rapper:”Actually you, your friend Koko and your brother aught to have done this thank you video together. But it’s all good.”