Verydarkman is a popular social media commentator.
He has responded to allegations made against him by the Anambra State Police.
The allegations also involve the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control
Popular social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, widely recognized as Verydarkman (VDM), has issued a response to allegations made against him by the Anambra State Police and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
VDM recently visited a pharmaceutical market in Anambra State, where he pledged support for traders who claim they’ve been unfairly treated by NAFDAC. His visit prompted a reaction from both the police and NAFDAC, who accused him of attempting to provoke unrest among the traders. NAFDAC also called on law enforcement to look into his actions.
In a newly released video, VDM criticized the statements made by both agencies, expressing relief that neither accused him of dishonesty. He insisted that his claims regarding corruption within NAFDAC should be taken seriously by the public.
According to VDM, NAFDAC allegedly demanded ₦700,000 from individual drug traders. He presented what he said was a receipt from one such trader and alleged that roughly 1,000 traders were affected by this extortion.
He argued that if the agency is collecting money from individuals they’ve branded as fake drug sellers, then they are complicit in enabling such individuals to remain in business—putting public health at risk. He went on to say that NAFDAC, in this context, may be more culpable than those they accuse of dealing in counterfeit medications.
VDM made it clear that his actions were not meant to incite chaos, but to educate and empower traders to stand up for their rights. He emphasized that organizing a peaceful protest is within their legal rights.
He urged NAFDAC to respond to the extortion claims and called on the police to conduct a transparent investigation to ensure justice is served.
VDM also paid tribute to the late Dora Akunyili, the former NAFDAC Director-General, praising her as a true reformer who fought diligently against counterfeit drug distribution.
Additionally, the activist, who has recently spoken out about due process concerns with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), warned that drug prices could soar if extortion practices continue. He expressed concern that many Nigerians could soon be unable to afford essential medications if traders are forced out of business by corrupt practices.
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