Controversial social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, has revealed how he obtained an audio recording involving Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky.
The audio has stirred controversy, leading to accusations against Bobrisky, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Nigerian Correctional Centre.
VeryDarkMan shared his account while appearing before the House of Representatives. The committee is investigating allegations that Bobrisky paid ₦15 million to have money laundering charges dropped by the EFCC.
During the hearing, VeryDarkMan initially refused to testify, wanting his lawyer to speak on his behalf due to Bobrisky’s absence.
However, the chairman of the committee reminded him that he could not dictate whether Bobrisky should appear or not.
“You are not expected to decide if Bobrisky comes here or not.
“We have the power to compel him to come or even arrest him if necessary,” the chairman said.
VeryDarkMan eventually testified after his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, advised him to proceed.
He explained that he received the audio from someone who had lent Bobrisky money.
He said, “How I got hold of that recording is as a result of Bobrisky blackmailing somebody he owes money.
“The person borrowed Bobrisky ₦4 million while he was in EFCC detention or in a private apartment. The money was given to him on June 19, 2024.”
He submitted part of the recording as evidence to the committee, emphasizing that the audio came directly from the person Bobrisky owed money.
In a viral video, VeryDarkMan previously alleged that Bobrisky paid ₦15 million to have the EFCC drop charges related to his naira spraying case. Bobrisky was sentenced to six months in prison, but the influencer also accused him of paying extra money to secure better treatment while in prison.
Bobrisky has denied all the allegations. Meanwhile, the EFCC and Nigerian Correctional Service have launched investigations into the claims.
Additionally, the Nigerian Bar Association has urged the Attorney General of the Federation and the National Security Adviser to conduct an independent investigation into the matter.
