Controversial Nigerian social media critic Martin Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has been remanded in police custody until his next hearing, scheduled for next Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Otse was arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, facing charges of cyberbullying Nollywood actresses Iyabo Ojo and Tonto Dike. He pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Otse’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, requested bail for his client. However, the prosecution asked for more time to prepare a response, prompting the court to adjourn the bail hearing to May 29.
The case has attracted significant public interest due to Otse’s controversial presence on social media and the high-profile nature of the alleged victims. The outcome of the upcoming bail hearing will determine Otse’s immediate future as he awaits further legal proceedings.
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