Mark Angel demands proof from EFCC over Verydarkman’s arrest
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The comedian’s demand comes after the EFCC issued a press statement claiming that Verydarkman had ignored multiple invitations from the agency, prompting his arrest last Friday—a move that has since sparked widespread protests and backlash online.
Popular Nigerian comedian, Mark Angel, has challenged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to present evidence that it invited social media activist, Verydarkman, before arresting him.
The comedian’s demand comes after the EFCC issued a press statement claiming that Verydarkman had ignored multiple invitations from the agency, prompting his arrest last Friday—a move that has since sparked widespread protests and backlash online.
In a video post shared on social media, Mark Angel expressed skepticism about the EFCC’s narrative and called for transparency.
“EFCC just released a press statement saying that they invited Verydarkman and he refused to go—that was the reason they arrested him. We want to believe what EFCC has just said. In fact, I personally want to believe it. Show us the evidence that you have,” he said.
He added that while he supports the rule of law and due process, the public deserves clarity:
“If he has done something and you want to do your work, we will wait for you to do your work. Yeah, that is the law. Show us that you invited him since that is the reason why you arrested him.”
The incident has drawn mixed reactions from Nigerians online. Some expressed doubt about the EFCC’s claim, while others accused influencers of leveraging the case for attention.
@GregEkom wrote: “Too much work just to distract from Seyi Tinubu alleged NANS abduction na Haba.”
@DonyiboOyibo added: “Very unscrupulous people.”
@grind_charts stated: “This is why trust is dead in Nigeria. You can’t throw someone behind bars and then start writing fiction to justify it. Proof or nothing.”
@ChurchillIgwe remarked: “I still don’t understand why all these content guys are using VDM’s case to chase clout. I’ve never seen any of you support him before now.”
"Can the EFCC show us evidence that they actually invited VeryDarkMan on several occasions?"
— Mark Angel Comedy reacts to EFCC's press release. pic.twitter.com/BKPwvbnDUN
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) May 6, 2025
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