…..As Police Launches Investigation Into Circulating Video By VDM.
The Nigeria Police has strongly condemned the unauthorised use of official uniforms and accoutrements by an online personality, Mr Martins Otse, popularly known as “VDM,” in a video posted on his social media platforms.
According to a reaction on the Nigeria Police official X handle, the Force unequivocally dissociates itself from this unauthorised portrayal and has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the police gear used, as well as the authority under which he acted.
The reaction read, “It is important to remind the public that the unauthorised use of police uniforms, insignia, or accoutrements constitutes a criminal offence, as stipulated in Section 251 of the Criminal Code Law and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law, and is subject to strict penalties.
“While the Nigeria Police Force recognises and supports the creativity of young Nigerians in the content creation space, we strongly caution against the misuse of police uniforms or symbols. Unauthorised use of these items undermines the values and integrity of the Force and will not be tolerated.
Recall that the social media critic Martins Otse, aka Verydarkman, caused a buzz on social media with a new video in which he introduced himself as the Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) online division.
Verydarkman, who spotted an outfit similar to the Nigerian Police uniform, warned people against referring to him as an activist.
While speaking about his objectives, VDM said he is dedicated to sanitising the social media space, speaking against injustice in the country, and coming for online vendors.
