An attempt by controversial critic, VeryDarkMan to proclaim himself the top online cop may have drawn the ire of the Nigerian Police.
It is displeased with VDM’s decision to wear its uniform alongside emblems it said it had forbidden people to indiscriminately use.
In a trending video, VDM is seen dressed in police uniform, addressing himself as ‘CSP Very Dark Man’, the number 1 online police, went viral.
But in a statement on Saturday, the police, through its spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, said it had launched a full investigation to determine the source of the Police gear used, as well as the authority under which he acted.
It said in a statement:
‘’The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unauthorized 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.
The Force unequivocally disassociates itself from this unauthorized 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.
It is important to remind the public that the unauthorized use of Police uniforms, insignia, or accoutrements constitutes a criminal offense, 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 recognizes and supports the creativity of young Nigerians in the content creation space, we strongly caution against the misuse of Police uniforms or symbols. Unauthorized use of these items undermines the values and integrity of the Force and will not be tolerated.”
