Just In: Court Grants VeryDarkMan a "Very Stringent" Bail, Details Emerge

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  • VeryDarkMan, a Nigerian social media influencer and critic, has been granted bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, November 1
  • The social media activist was arraigned before the court by the Nigerian police over an alleged impersonation
  • VeryDarkMan had worn the police uniform without authorisation in his latest content, leading to online outrage and police action

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VeryDarkMan, a popular social media critic and influencer, has been granted stringent bail after being arraigned in court over alleged impersonation. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development in a tweet on Friday, November 1, stating that VeryDarkMan was granted bail, but the details of the conditions were not disclosed.

The controversy surrounding VeryDarkMan began when he wore a police uniform without authorization in a viral social media video. The Nigeria Police Force condemned his actions, describing it as a punishable offence. The Police Headquarters issued a statement, vowing to take action against VeryDarkMan for unauthorized use of its uniforms or insignia.

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VeryDarkMan finally get beil from police custody Photo Credit: @PoliceNGSource: Twitter

When and how police detained VeryDarkMan

VeryDarkMan was detained by the police after honouring an invitation to discuss the allegations. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, had earlier applied for bail, which was initially delayed due to the prosecution's request for more time to respond.

The case has sparked significant attention, with many following the developments closely. VeryDarkMan's actions have been met with criticism, with some arguing that he overstepped boundaries by wearing the police uniform without permission.

The granting of bail to VeryDarkMan marks a significant development in the case. While the details of the bail conditions remain unclear, the court is evidently taking a stern stance on the alleged impersonation. The outcome of the case will likely have implications for social media influencers and critics, highlighting the importance of responsible content creation.