A court has granted social media influencer VeryDarkMan, real name Martins Otse, bail at ₦2 million after his recent arrest over allegations of impersonating police personnel by wearing a Nigerian Police Force uniform in a viral video.
The court set the bail with stringent conditions, reflecting the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to curbing unauthorized use of its official symbols and ensuring the case serves as a warning against impersonation.
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The stringent bail conditions include regular reporting to the police station, restriction from wearing or using any form of police paraphernalia, and a surety with verifiable residency in the court’s jurisdiction.
This legal development has sparked discussions on social media regarding the boundaries of content creation and respect for official symbols, with many following the case closely as it progresses through the courts.
