Nigerian Afrobeat artist and activist Seun Kuti has spoken out regarding the recent arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM), suggesting that the incident is linked to VDM’s commentary on a prominent gospel singer, widely believed to be Mercy Chinwo.
In a video shared on his Instagram page, Seun Kuti stated that VDM’s arrest was likely due to his involvement in a controversy surrounding a gospel musician, whose name he did not explicitly mention. He further claimed that religious authorities are targeting VDM for speaking the truth.…..CONTINUE READING
Kuti also criticized Nigerian banks, particularly Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), for their alleged involvement in the arrest, expressing his distrust in the banking system. He mentioned that VDM’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, is also his lawyer, and they are both entangled in a case with GTB and other banks.
The arrest of VeryDarkMan by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja has sparked outrage online, with many demanding his release. Details of the arrest remain unclear, but the involvement of GTB has been a point of contention.
Seun Kuti’s comments have added fuel to the ongoing debate about freedom of speech and the influence of religious institutions in Nigeria. He emphasized that the people of God are the ones fighting VDM for speaking the truth.
As the situation unfolds, many are watching closely to see how the authorities will respond to the public outcry and whether VDM will be released.CONTINUE READING
