Social media influencer Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, publicly apologized to lawyer Femi Falana during a House of Representatives session for disparaging remarks related to bribery allegations involving Bobrisky and the EFCC. VeryDarkMan retracted his statements, emphasizing his disbelief in Falana's involvement in the scandal.
Social media influencer Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, issued a public apology to prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, during a session at the House of Representatives on September 30, 2024. This apology came after VeryDarkMan made disparaging comments about Falana in connection with the ongoing bribery allegations against Bobrisky, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Nigeria Correctional Service.
While addressing the assembly, VeryDarkMan expressed regret for involving Falana in his remarks and stated he no longer believed the lawyer was complicit in any bribery scheme. “I’ll like to say here and now that I apologize to him; it’s so sad that his name was inside that audio,” he said. He further emphasized his disbelief that Falana could be part of such allegations, expressing irritation that the lawyer's reputation was tarnished by the incident.
The apology was met with mixed reactions on social media, with many of VeryDarkMan's followers voicing skepticism about his sincerity. Some users noted that his admission indicated growth, while others criticized him for previously claiming to have evidence against Falana. Despite the backlash, VeryDarkMan's willingness to retract his statements showcases the complexities of public discourse in high-stakes legal matters.
