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VeryDarkMan Says Presidency Wrongly Linked Him To ‘Doctored’ Tinubu Recording Without Fact-Checking
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Human rights activist and social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has criticised the Presidency over allegations surrounding a “doctored audio” linked to President Bola Tinubu, accusing presidential officials of making damaging claims without first verifying the facts.
In a statement issued through his legal representatives, Deji Adeyanju & Partners, VDM condemned remarks made by the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, regarding the alleged fake audio clip circulating online.
The media had earlier reported that Onanuga called for legal action against VeryDarkMan over his alleged role in circulating the purported audio involving the President.
The controversy erupted after VDM was accused of sharing a video claiming he had obtained an audio recording allegedly featuring President Tinubu discussing Nigeria’s political situation, insecurity, and the 2027 elections.
Introducing the recording in the video, VDM purportedly said, “After this audio that I am about to play, I would ask if they cooked Nigerians who will support Tinubu in 2027, or you guys are okay.”
The audio clip played in the video allegedly featured Tinubu making controversial remarks regarding attempts to remove him from office, insecurity in the South-East, and borrowing from the World Bank.
In the purported recording, the voice alleged to be that of the President said, “They have been trying to take me out of the position, but it’s not possible, mind you, I am winning this election, I do not care whatever is happening, Nigerians deserve it.”
The voice in the audio further stated, “Because when I was running as a President, they did not want me, now all of a sudden they want me to rescue them from insecurity.”
Another section of the recording allegedly quoted the President as saying, “I called Peter Obi to stepped down for me, but he refused. I am not begging him again, I will be whatsoever in my mind, and I will make sure the insecurity affects the people in the South East more.”
The purported audio also contained comments about foreign loans and insecurity, claiming, “Listen, I am going to borrow more and more money from the World Bank, I won’t like to stop this insecurity because if I do, how will our party be able to win elections, think about it, even the loans I am taking is to fund them.”
In a video accompanying the audio, VDM addressed his followers in a mix of English and Pidgin, urging them to listen carefully to the recording before deciding whether to support Tinubu’s possible re-election bid in 2027.
Onanuga, in a post published on X on Wednesday, accused VDM of disseminating false content capable of misleading the public and damaging the image of the President.
“This VDM needs to face the weight of the law for being the conveyor and disseminator of a fake audio of President Tinubu. This is a clear case of an egregious abuse of the social media platform,” Onanuga wrote.
However, VDM’s legal team said the controversial audio was fabricated and had no connection to VDM.
“The attention of our client has been drawn to the statement made by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, concerning a doctored audio currently circulating online and falsely attributed to our client, Mr. Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan,” the statement signed by Barrister Deji Adeyanju, read.
According to the lawyers, “A simple verification of our client’s verified social media platforms would have confirmed that he neither made nor shared the said audio.”
The lawyers expressed surprise that the Presidency allegedly commented on the matter without first carrying out what they described as proper fact-checking, despite the resources at its disposal.
“It is therefore surprising that, despite the resources available to the Presidency, adverse comments were made concerning our client without proper verification of the facts,” the legal team said.
The legal team further said that the incident reinforced VeryDarkMan’s long-held fears that influential persons within government circles were plotting to silence and discredit him because of his outspoken criticism of issues affecting the public.
The legal team subsequently called on security agencies to launch an investigation into the source of the doctored audio and prosecute those responsible for its circulation.
“We accordingly call on the relevant security agencies to investigate the source and circulation of the doctored audio and ensure that those responsible are identified and dealt with in accordance with the law,” the legal team said.
No fewer than 16 students have d!ed after a massive fire tore through a dormitory at Utumishi Girls’ Senior Secondary School in Gilgil, Kenya, in a tragedy that has shocked the country.
The fire is said to have broken out at around 1 am and was reported at approximately 3.30 am on Thursday, according to the Kenya Red Cross.
Dozens of other students injured were rushed to the hospital after the pre-dawn blaze engulfed the packed dormitory housing more than 200 learners.
Emergency teams were deployed after the blaze broke out at the school, with at least 15 students initially feared de@d.
Police later said the number of fatalities is estimated at about 16, while an unknown number of injured students were rushed to various medical facilities with injuries of varying severity and are reported to be in stable condition.
In a statement, Kenya Red Cross said: “Following a fire incident reported at around 3:30am at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru County, Kenya Red Cross responded to support the ongoing emergency response.”
They added: “Our first responders, @EMS_Kenya ambulance crew and our psychosocial support personnel are currently on the ground supporting affected students alongside other responders and relevant authorities.”
Response operations are ongoing as emergency teams assess the situation and support affected students. Authorities have not yet released further details as investigations into the cause of the fire continue.
President William Ruto has mourned the students who lost their lives.
In a statement on Thursday, the President said the country was united in grief with families, teachers, and students affected by the devastating fire.
“Our hearts and prayers are with the families who have lost their beloved daughters in the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil,” Ruto said.
“No words can truly ease the pain of losing young lives filled with promise, hope, and dreams for the future.”
The President said the government’s immediate focus was on rescuing those affected, ensuring treatment for the injured, and supporting families impacted by the incident.
“Our immediate attention is focused on the rescue of those affected, the treatment of the injured, and support for their families, while investigations continue into the cause of the fire. As a nation, we mourn with the parents, guardians, teachers, and fellow students who are enduring this unimaginable tragedy,” he said.
United States Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, has said President Donald Trump directed the Pentagon to prioritise the protection of Christians in Nigeria targeted by ISIS-linked groups.
Speaking during a press conference at the White House on Wednesday, Hegseth said Trump gave the directive about a year ago after learning about attacks on Christians in Nigeria.
“Maybe a year ago, he heard the call of Nigerian Christians who were being targeted and killed by ISIS in Nigeria, and he said, ‘Pete, I want the War Department to focus on ensuring that we do everything we can to protect those Christians,’” Hegseth said.
According to him, the operation involved behind-the-scenes coordination and deployment of military assets.
“And we got the assets there, and over the last month, and there hasn’t been much coverage of this, we killed ISIS number two in Nigeria, who’s most responsible for killing Christians and trying to target the U.S. homeland,” he stated.
According to Hegseth, intelligence gathered during the operation contributed to the killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as ISIS’s second-in-command, during a joint operation involving U.S. and Nigerian forces in the Lake Chad Basin.
According to report, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed in a coordinated US-Nigeria military operation in northeast Nigeria earlier this month.
Hegseth said the operation also led to the deaths of “hundreds” of ISIS fighters linked to attacks on Christians in Nigeria and threats against the United States.
“And have since, because of the intel we gathered, killed hundreds of ISIS members who were targeting and killing Christians in Nigeria,” he added.
The U.S. defence chief said the operation reflected the Trump administration’s commitment to counterterrorism efforts and protecting vulnerable communities.
“So there are a lot of things we do that the media pays attention to, and a lot of things that the president empowers the department to do on behalf of the American people that he deserves great credit for,” Hegseth said
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has reacted to the emergence of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 election.
Mark said Atiku’s victory at the primary reflects that democracy is still functional in Nigeria.
Recall that, Atiku secured the ADC ticket after defeating former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen in a landslide victory at the party’s presidential primary.
Speaking during the official collation and announcement of results in Abuja, Mark said: “Today is not just about announcing a presidential candidate.
“Today is also about proving a point to Nigeria and to Nigerians.
“It is about proving that democracy can still work. Proving that political competition does not have to become political warfare. That a party can organize itself around principles instead of personalities. And that in a season of deep national anxiety, a bright future is still possible.
“That is why this gathering matters. And that is why history will remember what we have done here Today.
“Let me begin by thanking every member of the African Democratic Congress for your steadfastness, your patience, your sacrifices, your understanding, and your faith in this party, especially in the face of daunting challenges.
“Many people doubted us. Some dismissed us. Others predicted confusion, division, and even outright collapse.”
Mark also praised Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen for participating in the contest.
He further noted that the ADC remains the only political party with three strong aspirants competing for its presidential ticket.
“It is important to mention that we are the only political party to have 3 strong aspirants contest for the presidential ticket.
“This alone makes the ADC unique in its deep commitment to democracy and democratic practices,” he stated.
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