Is VDM Free Brand Ambassador wey Blord No Apply for?

As Blord import new electric bikes, before the bikes go touch ground, next thing we hear na big lies from Blord say VDM don carry petition go National Cybercrime Centre for Abuja.

VDM immediately drop disclaimer.

Every time Blord launch new product, he wan make VDM talk about him make him trend for free.

At this point, make VDM find a way to deal with this guy, if not the cycle no dey end

When Blord first talk say VDM be him lifetime ambassador, some ratels no understand wetin he mean. Now the meaning clear.

VDM na the only brand ambassador for this country wey no sign contract, no collect payment, but still dey promote product with full energy

Na marketing strategy wey nobody teach for business school be this, way Blord dey use.
~udochuku Orji

Nigerian Govt Drops Meta & X as Defendants, Amends Cyberbullying Charges Against Sowore Over Tinubu Post

The Nigerian government has amended criminal charges against activist and ex-presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore for cyberbullying President Bola Tinubu. Filed in December 2025 at the Federal High Court, the revised charge sheet now contains two counts, removing Meta and X (formerly Twitter) as co-defendants. Sowore is accused of posting on August 25, 2025, that Tinubu is a “criminal” and lied about ending corruption. The government alleges these posts were false and intended to cause public disorder. The case is ongoing before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

#SoworeVsTinubu #CybercrimeNigeria #FGCourtCase

Sowore in Court Over Alleged False Posts Against Tinubu….


Activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, has appeared in court to face trial over alleged false online posts against President Bola Tinubu. The Department of State Services (DSS) filed five charges against him, including cybercrimes, defamation and incitement. Authorities claim his publications were intended to mislead the public and provoke unrest, while Sowore maintains that his actions fall within press freedom and political expression.#Fintter news

Ghana Arrests 53 Nigerians In Major Cybercrime Crackdown, Seizes Laptops, Phones, Guns

Ghanaian authorities have arrested 53 Nigerians in a major intelligence-led operation targeting suspected cybercrime hubs across the Greater Accra Region. The coordinated raids, carried out by national security agencies and police, uncovered organised cybercrime centres in areas including East Legon Hills, Afienya, Kwabenya, Weija and Tuba. Nine suspects were arrested as alleged coordinators, while 44 others were rescued as victims of trafficking and cybercrime exploitation. Security operatives seized 62 laptops, 52 mobile phones and two pump-action guns. The suspects have been handed over to Ghana Immigration as investigations continue.

#Cybercrime #GhanaNews #NigeriaGhana

Police Said I Won’t Return Soon”: Journalist Detained for Months Over Reports on Ebonyi Lawmaker Chinedu Ogah

Investigative journalist and publisher Friday James Alefia has accused Nigerian police of detaining him for weeks over reports linked to Ebonyi lawmaker Chinedu Ogah. Alefia said armed officers arrested him in Lagos in September 2025, seized his gadgets, and held him across multiple facilities, including Abuja’s Abattoir, over alleged cyberstalking and false publications. He insists the reports were legitimate journalism. After months in detention, Alefia was granted bail on December 20, with trial set for January 27, 2026, raising fresh concerns about press freedom and abuse of cybercrime laws in Nigeria.

#PressFreedom
#JournalismUnderThreat
#NigeriaNews

VDM Calls Out President Tinubu Over Failed Scholarship Promises to Nigerian Students in Morocco

Nigerian activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman (VDM), has publicly criticized President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi Tinubu, over the deteriorating conditions some Nigerian students are reportedly facing in Morocco. The students, granted scholarships by the Nigerian government, were promised full support including a $500 monthly allowance, and were allegedly instructed not to work while studying.

In a video shared online, VDM revealed that some students have suffered serious consequences due to the government’s alleged failure to deliver on these promises. He claimed that one student died while another sustained a broken leg after attempting to work secretly to survive. He also highlighted the poor state of their accommodation, where up to five students were crammed into rooms meant for one, lacking electricity and proper study facilities.

VDM warned that if students continue to be neglected, they may resort to cybercrime, which could negatively impact Nigeria’s international image. He also alleged that attempts by students to reach out to influencers and media houses were met with demands for money before their stories could be shared.

The activist called on the government to intervene urgently and suggested that funds meant for students may have been embezzled. VDM’s video has received praise from fans who expressed outrage at the government’s inaction and applauded his advocacy for the students’ rights.

This incident underscores ongoing concerns about government accountability in managing scholarship programs and protecting Nigerian students abroad, and it adds to VDM’s history of activism, which includes previous solo protests addressing national insecurity issues.

Sokoto Court Jails Three for Spraying Naira Notes at Social Events, Orders Community Service

Justice Ahmad Mahmud of the Federal High Court in Sokoto has sentenced Ahmad Abdullahi Buhari, Jamilu Bello, and Yasir Muhammad Bala to five years imprisonment for offences related to Naira mutilation. The trio pleaded guilty to charges under Section 21(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, for spraying Naira notes at birthday parties in Sokoto. Each convict received one-year jail terms per count, with an option to pay N100,000 fine per count. Additionally, they are required to depose to affidavits of good behaviour with the EFCC and carry out community sensitization in secondary schools against cybercrime and other fraudulent activities. The case highlights Nigeria’s strict stance against currency mutilation and misuse.

#SokotoCourt #NairaMutilation #CBNAct #NigeriaNews #SocialEventDrama #EFCC #CommunityService #FraudAwareness #Legitng #TrendingNews

US Arrests Ex-Bloods Gang Member Ibrahim Tunde Ijaoba, to Deport Nigerian National Over 6 Criminal Convictions

The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed the detention of Ibrahim Tunde Ijaoba, a Nigerian national and former Bloods gang member, who faces deportation following multiple criminal convictions. ICE reported that Ijaoba’s offences include aggravated assault on a police officer, armed robbery, obstruction, drug sales, and escaping police custody. Detained under a final removal order, his case highlights ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and rights abuses in the US. Analysts say such deportations aim to deter illegal entry and reduce crimes linked to undocumented immigrants. This incident comes alongside other high-profile cases, including Nigerian nationals convicted of cybercrime and romance scams in the US.

Ghanaian Authorities Arrest 48 Nigerians in Accra for Online Fraud and Romance Scams

Ghanaian authorities have arrested 48 Nigerians in a coordinated operation near Accra for involvement in various cybercrime activities, including romance scams, online investment fraud, impersonation schemes, and illicit online gold trading. The arrests were part of a broader effort to protect Ghana’s digital and financial environment from organized cybercrime.

The raid, conducted at night by the Cybercrime and Security Agency (CSA) in collaboration with the National Security and Ghana Police Service, took place in the Dawhenya area of the Ningo-Prampram Constituency. Among the suspects, 46 were men and two were women, all believed to be Nigerian nationals.

Seized items included 54 laptops, 39 mobile phones, a Starlink internet device, and eight MTN TurboNet routers. The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology & Innovations, Sam George, emphasized that Ghana welcomes legitimate business but remains vigilant against cybercriminals.

This crackdown follows similar actions earlier in the year, including the arrest of nearly 800 people in Lagos for online fraud, highlighting regional and international collaboration against cybercrime networks. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to intelligence-led operations to ensure a safer cyber ecosystem in Ghana.

Social Media Troll Apologizes After Offensive Remarks About Simi and Adekunle Gold’s Daughter

A Nigerian social media user sparked outrage after posting an insensitive comment about singer Simi and her 5-year-old daughter with Adekunle Gold. The troll speculated about Simi’s age and questioned the fate of her only child, prompting calls for legal action under the Cybercrimes Act. While the user later issued a public apology tagging Simi and Adekunle Gold, many critics deemed it insincere because the original offensive post remains online. Nigerians are demanding accountability, highlighting the growing concern over online harassment and the need for stricter social media regulation.

Former Alpha-Beta Employee Accuses Tinubu-Linked Firm of Cybersecurity Policy Forgery, Workplace Harassment, EFCC and Police Investigate

A former employee of Alpha-Beta Consulting Limited, Segun Oluwasanmi, has accused the Lagos State tax consultancy firm—reportedly linked to President Bola Tinubu—of serious corporate misconduct, including forgery of electronic documents, cybersecurity policy manipulation, and sustained workplace harassment. Oluwasanmi alleged that the company’s Chief Technical Officer forged his signature on the firm’s Cybersecurity Policy in September 2023 after deliberately excluding him from the finalisation process. Despite an internal panel reportedly confirming the act, no disciplinary action was taken, prompting the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) to escalate the matter to the Nigeria Police, ICPC, and EFCC. The petition cites violations of the Cybercrimes Act and Criminal Code, warning that failure to act could undermine corporate governance and cybersecurity integrity within the tax consultancy firm.

FBI, Nigeria Police Arrest Lagos-Based Suspect Over Global Microsoft 365 Phishing Attack Targeting Corporations, Banks, Schools

The Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has arrested Lagos-based suspect Okitipi Samuel over a large-scale cyberattack that targeted Microsoft 365 users across multiple countries. Police said the operation involved a phishing toolkit known as Raccoon0365, used to create fake Microsoft login portals that harvested user credentials and enabled unauthorised access to corporate, financial, and educational email accounts. Digital forensic analysis and cryptocurrency tracing linked Samuel to the scheme, while two other arrested individuals were cleared as victims of identity theft. Authorities say Samuel will be charged under Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act as investigations continue.

EXCLUSIVE: Fresh Plot by Nigeria Police Hierarchy to Eliminate Omoyele Sowore Exposed Amid Rising Tensions With IGP Kayode Egbetokun and Alleged Crackdown on Dissent

Credible intelligence obtained by SaharaReporters has revealed an alleged plot by senior officials within the Nigeria Police Force to eliminate human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore. Police sources claim that top officers close to Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun consider Sowore a major threat due to his continued exposure of police corruption, controversial promotions, and alleged abuses of power. The report details plans involving staged arrests, fabricated cybercrime charges, orchestrated road “accidents,” and possible attacks at police checkpoints. The allegations come amid repeated arrests, court harassment, physical assaults, and mounting hostility toward Sowore over his criticism of the IGP’s appointment and police misconduct nationwide.

Human Rights Day: Activists Protest in Oyo, Accuse Tinubu Government of Rising Repression

A coalition of labour and civil society groups staged a major Human Rights Day protest in Ibadan, accusing President Bola Tinubu’s administration of intensifying repression against activists and critics. Marching to the Oyo State House of Assembly and the National Human Rights Commission office, the protesters condemned alleged victimisation, arbitrary arrests, and harassment of figures like Andrew Emelieze, Abbey Trotsky, Omoyele Sowore, and the “University of Ibadan Three.” They criticised the government’s use of the Cybercrime Act to silence dissent and demanded an end to political persecution, unconditional release of detained activists, and protection of workers' rights. The coalition warned that Nigeria is slipping into authoritarianism and urged authorities to respect democratic freedoms.

CITAD Urges Nigerian Government to Protect Activists, End Politicisation of Cybercrime Laws

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has warned that Nigeria’s cybercrime laws are increasingly being misused to target activists, journalists, and whistleblowers. In its statement marking the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day, the organisation said digital spaces are now vulnerable to corruption, surveillance abuse, and political manipulation. CITAD called for stronger digital accountability, protection of civic freedoms, full implementation of the FOI Act, and better safeguards for online critics and whistleblowers. It stressed that Nigeria cannot effectively fight corruption without securing its digital civic space.

YRC Mobilises Nigerians for December 10 Protest, Demands Release of #EndBadGovernance Activists

The Youth Rights Campaign (YRC) has urged Nigerians nationwide to join the December 10 protest marking World Human Rights Day, organised by the #EndBadGovernance Movement. The group warned that Nigeria is “on the brink” due to worsening repression, rights violations, and the alleged misuse of the Cybercrime Act to target critics under the Tinubu administration.

YRC is demanding the dismissal of treason and terrorism charges against 11 detained protesters arrested in 2024, accusing the government of delaying their trial to silence dissent. The group also highlighted ongoing persecution of activists, workers, students, and journalists, as well as widespread demolitions displacing poor communities. YRC says the protest aims to build a united resistance against anti-poor policies and systemic abuses.

Fraudster Arrested in Osun After Stealing Woman’s BVN, Offering ₦10m Bribe to Bury Case

A major identity-theft ring has been uncovered in Osun State after fraudsters used a woman’s BVN and NIN to open a MoniePoint account, later offering her ₦10 million to drop the case. Despite the suspect’s arrest with over 150 stolen identities, police handling has raised serious concerns as the suspect was released on bail and the victim’s BVN remains blocked.


#IdentityTheft #Cybercrime #NigeriaPolice

BREAKING: DSS Arraigns Sowore On Alleged Cybercrime Offences

NITDA Director-General Kashifu Abdullahi has raised alarm over the increasing weaponisation of social media in Nigeria after major tech platforms deactivated more than 28 million abusive accounts linked largely to Nigerian online actors over the past year.

Speaking at a crisis communication symposium in Abuja, Abdullahi revealed that:

Google shut down 9.6 million accounts

LinkedIn removed nearly 16 million accounts — a figure he described as “outrageous” for a professional platform

TikTok carried out millions of additional bans

These accounts were linked to fraud, impersonation, disinformation, and harmful content. In addition, tech platforms took down over 58.9 million harmful posts, while 420,000 were restored after review.

Abdullahi said the crackdown reflects growing cooperation between Nigeria and global tech companies to curb scams, extremist propaganda, coordinated misinformation, and digital abuse. However, he cautioned that takedown systems must not be exploited by governments to silence critics or suppress minority voices, stressing the need for transparent, rights-based content moderation.

Speaking for the Minister of Information, Voice of Nigeria DG Jibrin Ndace warned that emerging technologies should strengthen—not inflame—public communication during crises, as narratives now powerfully shape national stability.

Centre for Crisis Communication Chairman Maj-Gen Chris Olukolade (rtd.) added that effective crisis communication is now a national security asset, noting that emergencies unfold at the speed of social media and require rapid, credible institutional responses.

The disclosures come amid growing concerns over cybercrime, impersonation networks targeting professionals, and the rising use of social platforms for propaganda, scams, and misinformation in Nigeria.

Court Debunks Assassination Rumour on Judge Who Sentenced Nnamdi Kanu — Labels Viral Claims ‘Fake News’


The Federal High Court has firmly denied a viral report alleging that Justice James Omotosho survived an assassination attempt days after sentencing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment.

The rumour, circulated by a Facebook blogger, claimed the judge was attacked and rushed to the hospital. However, in an official statement on Sunday, Chief Registrar Sulaiman Hassan described the story as completely false, unfounded, and designed to mislead Nigerians.

The statement, titled “Rebuttal to False Publication by ‘Celebrity Blogger’ on the Alleged Assassination Attempt on Justice James Omotosho”, urged the public to disregard the report and refrain from spreading misinformation.

“We firmly and unequivocally declare that the said report is completely false,” the court stated.
“The public is advised to treat this publication as fake news.”

Hassan expressed concern over the motive behind the fabrication, noting that such claims could spark panic and undermine confidence in the judiciary. He called on security agencies to investigate and prosecute those behind the malicious publication under cybercrime and defamation laws.

BACKGROUND ON THE CASE
Justice Omotosho had on Thursday sentenced Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment on terrorism charges. While several counts carried the death penalty, the judge opted for leniency, saying:

“As a Christian, I chose to be merciful.”

Kanu received life sentences on multiple counts, with additional terms running concurrently. The court also ordered his transfer to protective custody outside Kuje Prison and restricted his access to digital devices.

The judge further ruled that Kanu’s seized radio transmitter be forfeited to the Federal Government, with DSS allowed to pursue forfeiture of additional exhibits.

Describing the IPOB leader as “unruly” and “not remorseful,” Justice Omotosho maintained that the defendant still demonstrated “a tendency of violence.”