The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stated that it is not investigating the reported disappearance of ₦180 million from the account of a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) owned by Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.
Allegations of Missing Funds
In an Instagram video shared on Friday, Otse alleged that ₦180 million had been siphoned from the NGO’s account, leaving only ₦20 million. He claimed the funds were transferred to an unknown account after the NGO’s website was hacked.
“I’ve not been myself these past few days. Somebody hacked into the NGO website, and ₦180 million is missing. Thankfully, we’ve tracked the person, and one suspect has been arrested,” Otse stated. He added that the account had been placed on Post No Debit (PND) while efforts to recover ₦160 million were underway.
Otse mentioned traveling to Jos in an attempt to retrieve the stolen funds.
Police Response
Amid skepticism surrounding the claims, the FCT Police Command clarified its stance. Speaking on Saturday, the command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed that the police were not involved in any investigation related to the alleged incident.
“The FCT Police Command is not aware of any case involving VDM’s missing funds and is not conducting any investigation into it. The individual in question should be contacted to clarify where the matter was reported, as there is no record of such a case with the FCT Police Command,” Adeh stated.
Public Reactions and Doubts
Otse’s claims have drawn mixed reactions, with many questioning the plausibility of the incident and the alleged amount involved. Critics have called for more transparency and evidence to substantiate the allegations.
Silence from Other Authorities
Efforts to obtain further clarification from the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, have been unsuccessful. Calls to his line were not answered, and he had not responded to messages regarding the issue at the time of this report.
Next Steps
As the situation unfolds, Otse’s allegations remain a topic of intense debate. The lack of confirmation or investigation from official authorities has fueled doubts about the legitimacy of the claims.
The incident serves as a reminder of the need for rigorous cybersecurity measures, especially for organisations handling large sums of money. It also underscores the importance of clear and timely communication with law enforcement to address such issues effectively.
