VeryDarkMan In Fresh Trouble, Comes Under Investigation For Use Of Police Uniform (Video)
The police said it has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the uniform and insignia VeryDarkMan wore in one of his videos.
The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the unauthorized use of its uniform and insignia by social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan.
The police said it has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the uniform and insignia VeryDarkMan wore in one of his videos.
In the said video, the influencer was seen donning a full police regalia with accoutrements while describing himself as social media police and not an activist.
CSP VeryDarkMan. This man eee, hope he has the approval of the Nigerian Police Force to sample their complete uniform. Else, na wahala for him ooo. VDM has guts sha and that’s the only way to go about this niche he’s carved for himself. pic.twitter.com/ov0iovCrgQ
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Condemning his act, the police said the influencer’s action contravened Section 251 of the Criminal Code Law and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law.
According to the statement on police’s official X page: “The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unauthorized use of official uniforms and accoutrements by an online personality, Mr. Martins Otse, popularly known as “VDM,” in a video posted on his social media platforms.
“The Force unequivocally disassociates itself from this unauthorized portrayal and has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the Police gear used, as well as the authority under which he acted.
“It is important to remind the public that the unauthorized use of Police uniforms, insignia, or accoutrements constitutes a criminal offense, as stipulated in Section 251 of the Criminal Code Law and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law, and is subject to strict penalties.
“While the Nigeria Police Force recognizes and supports the creativity of young Nigerians in the content creation space, we strongly caution against the misuse of Police uniforms or symbols. Unauthorized use of these items undermines the values and integrity of the Force and will not be tolerated.”
NIGERIA POLICE CONDEMNS UNLAWFUL USE OF POLICE UNIFORMS BY CONTENT CREATORS.
As Police Launches Investigation Into Circulating Video By VDM.
The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unauthorized use of official uniforms and accoutrements by an online personality, Mr.… pic.twitter.com/QMJjrV6svA
— Nigeria Police Force (@PoliceNG) October 26, 2024