Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has denied claims that he received an invitation from the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja to appear before investigators over allegations he made against Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Moshood Jimoh.
The controversy followed a statement by the Nigeria Police Force confirming that VDM had been invited by the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja to provide evidence supporting allegations he made against AIG Jimoh, who heads Zone 2 Command. The police said the invitation was part of efforts to establish facts surrounding the claims and ensure due process.
However, VDM rejected the police position, insisting that he had not been contacted or formally invited by Abuja authorities. He maintained that he was unaware of any official invitation and questioned the circumstances surrounding the announcement by the police.
The police invitation reportedly relates to allegations made publicly by VDM concerning AIG Moshood Jimoh. The Nigeria Police Force said the matter required clarification and that individuals making serious allegations against public officers should provide evidence through recognised investigative channels rather than relying only on public statements.
In response, the activist has continued to defend his position, arguing that transparency and accountability should guide any investigation involving public officials. He has frequently used his social media platforms to raise concerns about alleged misconduct and demand accountability from institutions and individuals in positions of authority.
The Nigeria Police Force, meanwhile, stated that it would not allow the matter to be decided through public campaigns or social media discussions. According to the police, the appropriate approach is for investigations to take place through established procedures, while ensuring that all parties involved are given the opportunity to present their evidence.
The Force also confirmed that AIG Moshood Jimoh himself had been invited for questioning as part of an internal administrative review following the allegations raised by VDM. The police said the process was intended to address accountability concerns within the institution.
The development has generated public debate, with supporters of VDM arguing that whistleblowers and activists should be protected when raising concerns about possible misconduct, while others insist that allegations against public officials must be supported with evidence and handled through legal procedures.
The disagreement between VDM and the police over whether an invitation was issued highlights ongoing concerns in Nigeria about trust between citizens, activists and law enforcement agencies. Similar situations involving public figures and security agencies have previously sparked debates over citizens’ rights, police powers and the importance of fair investigations.
As the situation develops, attention remains focused on whether VDM will engage with investigators and whether the police inquiry into the allegations against AIG Jimoh will produce further findings.
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