VDM: Lawyer Mentions Likely Reasons Blord Was Remanded, Explains Legal Risks Involved in Case
- A lawyer has reacted to the issue involving social media influencers, VeryDarkMan and Blord, which led to the businessman's remand
- Blord was remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre on Wednesday after he was arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja on various charges, which included the unauthorised use of VeryDarkMan's identity.
- His remand and VDM’s claims sparked reaction online, and the lawyer explained the legal risks involved in the case
A Nigerian lawyer, Confidence Aribibia, has shed more light in the matter involving content creator Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, and businessman Linus Williams Ifejirika, widely known as Blord.
On Wednesday, VeryDarkMan made a video informing the public that a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the remand of Blord at the Kuje Correctional Centre.
Source: TikTok
The ruling came after his arraignment on charges of criminal conspiracy, impersonation, and unauthorised use of the identity belonging to VeryDarkMan.
VDM vs Blord: Lawyer explains what Nigerians didn’t know
On her Facebook page, Confidence Aribibia shared where people were getting the matter wrong.
She said in her Facebook post:
“BLORD vs VDM: This is where many People are getting it Wrong. So BLORD is currently in Kuje and yes he may spend Easter there. But let’s stop the noise for a second because this is NOT just about BLORD or VDM. This is about something that can land anyone in serious tr0uble.
“If what is being alleged is true using VDM’s name, face, or identity to promote his business without VDM’s consent is NOT “cruise” or “content”. It may amount to: Forgery – Creating or altering documents (like flight tickets) to look real, Defamation – Making false claims that damage someone’s reputation.
“Identity Theft / Impersonation – Using someone’s name or identity without consent; Breach of Privacy / Image Rights – Using someone’s face or personal brand without permission; Passing Off – Making the public believe someone endorsed your product when they didn’t;False Representation – Claiming deals, payments, or approvals that never existed
“Now here’s the part many people are shouting about: “But these are bailable offences why is BLORD still in custody?” Let me shock you. Bail is NOT automatic under the law. A court can refuse bail if:
“There’s a chance evidence may be tampered with
“The person may interfere with investigation
“There’s risk of repeating the act
“Or jumping bail
“Now think about this carefully. A case that involves apps, online claims, digital records, flyers, billboards if access is regained immediately what could happen to evidence? Exactly. That’s why sometimes the court says: “Stay there first.”
“Now the BIG question everyone is asking. Will BLORD become an ex-convict after spending 26 days in Kuje? The answer is NO. Being remanded in prison does NOT make anyone a convict. You only become a convict if a court finds you guilty after trial. Until then, legally he is still presumed innocent.
“Clout chasing can be expensive. Very expensive. Because the same thing people laugh about online can become a criminal charge offline.
“Today it is BLORD. Tomorrow it can be ANY business owner, influencer, or “content creator” trying to chase attention. So let’s make this practical. If someone uses YOUR face, YOUR name, or YOUR identity to make money without your permission will you ignore it or will you take it to court? No neutrality. Pick a side.”
Source: Facebook
VDM vs Blord: Reactions trail lawyer's take
Warren Vefonge said:
"Barrister thanks for this clarifications,it's been educating you know.Hope you won't take me to court too for saying you are beautiful."
Endee Udoh said:
"Ama get some popcorn this drama is opening early. Gonna watch and lurrrrrn."
Alfred Jnr said:
"Even if na 24hrs him do there, let it be in history that, poor man pikin send billionaire to prísøn. Somebody shout power."
Sowore steps in to help Blord
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that activist Omoyele Sowore had vowed to step in to secure Blord's release from Kuje Prison.
Sowore spoke out against celebrating any incarceration, revealing he had directed his lawyer, Marshal Abubakar, to withdraw from the case while pledging to secure Blord's release.
Source: Legit.ng
