In a surprising twist, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed claims that it is investigating the alleged disappearance of N180 million belonging to the NGO of popular online personality, Vincent Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).
The Allegation That Shocked Supporters
VeryDarkMan recently alleged that his NGO’s account was hacked, resulting in the theft of over N180 million. The revelation has left his followers and supporters in shock, questioning how such a breach could occur.
The Martins Vincent Osei Initiative, which launched in October 2024, became an instant sensation, raising over N35 million in donations within hours. The initiative also received a massive boost when music mogul Don Jazzy contributed a jaw-dropping N100 million to support the cause.
However, the excitement surrounding the NGO soon turned sour when VDM announced the hacking incident. To mitigate further losses, he temporarily shut down the NGO’s app for maintenance and promised regular updates to his followers.
VDM Takes Matters Into His Hands
In a video update, VDM claimed to have reported the issue to the authorities and mentioned that he was traveling to Jos, where one of the suspected hackers had allegedly been identified.
Police Denial Sparks Confusion
Contrary to his claims, the FCT Police Command has denied any involvement in investigating the case. According to Josephine Adeh, the Command’s spokesperson:
> “The FCT Police Command has no information regarding any missing funds involving VDM, nor is there any ongoing investigation into the matter. The individual concerned should be contacted directly for details on where the case was reported, as we have no record of such a case with our command.”
What’s Next for VDM and His Supporters?
While the police maintain their stance, supporters are eagerly awaiting further updates from VDM on the alleged recovery efforts. Many have raised concerns about the security measures in place for NGOs and the accountability of donated funds.
Key Highlights
Timeline: The hacking incident reportedly occurred shortly after the NGO app launched in October.
Funds Raised: Initial donations totaled over N35 million, with an additional N100 million donated by Don Jazzy.
Current Action: VDM claims to be pursuing independent leads while addressing his supporters.
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