Nigeria, May 5 -- The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of rights activist Martin 'Verydarkman (VDM)' Otse.

PREMIUM TIMES reported that VDM's legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju, revealed that operatives of the anti-graft agency apprehended him (VDM) at a Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) branch in Abuja on Friday.

The arrest and subsequent detention of the activist sparked widespread controversy on social media, with several celebrities, including the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and singer Davido, calling for his immediate release.

However, on Monday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed to BBC News Pidgin that the agency was responsible for VDM's arrest.

He also disclosed the rea...