The Nigeria Police Force has invited social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, and questioned Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Moshood Jimoh over allegations raised against the senior police officer.
The development follows public comments by VeryDarkMan concerning a criminal matter involving the AIG, which the police said had already been investigated and is currently before a court after legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions.
In a statement shared on X on Tuesday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, said the police would continue to follow due process and allow the judiciary to determine the outcome of the case.
The Force warned that it would not conduct trials through the media or allow public campaigns to influence judicial or disciplinary decisions.
“The Force will not try this case in the media, nor will it allow its outcome to be shaped by public campaigns or commentary seeking to prejudge the officers or parties involved,” the statement read.
Police demand evidence from VeryDarkMan over allegations
The police disclosed that the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department had invited AIG Jimoh for questioning over the allegations made against him.
The Force also revealed that the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja formally invited VeryDarkMan on July 30, 2026, requesting that he appear before investigators and provide evidence to support the claims he made publicly.
According to the police, the invitation reflects its commitment to investigating credible allegations of misconduct regardless of the position of the officer involved or the identity of the person making the complaint.
The Force stated that disciplinary procedures within the police are guided by the Constitution, the Police Act 2020, Police Regulations, Force Orders and other established administrative processes.
While recognising Nigerians’ right to freedom of expression and criticism of public institutions, the police cautioned against spreading allegations that cannot be verified.
It added that freedom of expression does not protect defamatory statements or attempts to force disciplinary action through public pressure.
The police further stated that any officer found guilty after investigation would face appropriate sanctions under the law, while individuals who deliberately make false allegations capable of damaging reputations may also face legal consequences.
The Force urged VeryDarkMan to honour the invitation from the FCID and allow both the administrative review and ongoing court proceedings to follow due process.
It reiterated that no police officer is above the law and pledged to continue promoting accountability, professionalism and transparency within the institution.
