Author: Hot Source

A Nigerian United States citizen and health specialist, Kelvin Onyiaeze,has announced plans to file a N1 billion defamation suit against social commentator Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan.

Onyiaeze disclosed this in a briefing in Abuja on Friday.

Recall that in a viral video, VeryDarkMan alleged that Onyiaeze is a land grabber.

However, reacting, Onyiaeze described VeryDarkMan’s claims as malicious and an attempt to tarnish his image.

He said VeryDarkMan’s claim is a ‘total falsehood.’

“The allegations contained in the viral video are a total falsehood and a coordinated attempt at character assassination. Mr. Kelvin Onyiaeze is a law-abiding United States citizen and a distinguished healthcare specialist.

“The attempt to weaponize social media to destroy the livelihood of an international healthcare professional is not only wicked but a threat to the safety of the diaspora community,” Onyiaeze said.

He noted that VeryDarkMan’s action is a breach of Nigeria’s cybersecurity acts and his data privacy.

“We wish to remind the public and the authorities that the digital space is not a lawless vacuum. The actions of “VeryDarkMan” constitute a direct violation specifically regarding cyberstalking, bullying, and the distribution of racist contravention of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015 and xenophobic material aimed at causing fear and reputational harm,” he said.

He urged the Nigerian Police and Department of State Security Services to take action against VeryDarkMan.

“We hereby urge the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Office of the Attorney General to take immediate punitive measures against Martins Otse (VeryDarkMan). The law must take its course to serve as a deterrent to digital terrorists who use their platforms to blackmail and de-market hardworking citizens for “clout” or financial gain.

“Our legal team, led by Barrister Abubarka Orumah, has been instructed to proceed with a $1 billion libel and defamation suit,” he said.

Nigerian-US citizen, Onyiaeze to slam N1bn defamation suit against VeryDarkMan

The Rivers State Police Command has rolled out security arrangement for the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, (JAMB), Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), deploying personnel and operational resources to all accredited Computer-Based Test, CBT, centers across the state.

In a statement issued on Friday, the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga A. Adepoju, said the move is part of a proactive strategy aligned with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to guarantee a safe and orderly environment for candidates, examination officials, and other stakeholders throughout the exercise.

The statement, signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, indicated that officers assigned to the operation have been given clear instructions to uphold professionalism, remain civil in their conduct, and act decisively against any form of examination malpractice, public disturbance, or security violation.

Personnel have also been directed to collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure adequate security within examination venues, surrounding areas, and access routes.

“The Command has also emplaced enhanced patrols, intelligence gathering, and traffic control measures around examination centres to ensure free movement and to forestall any security threats before, during, and after the examination.”

Adepoju further appealed to candidates, parents, guardians, and the general public to cooperate with security agencies and strictly observe all examination regulations to ensure a seamless process.

The Command warned that individuals or groups attempting to compromise the integrity of the examination would face strict legal consequences.

It reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property, as well as maintaining peace and security across the state.

Residents were also encouraged to stay alert and promptly report suspicious activities through the Command’s emergency lines: Command Response Unit: 07057605209, 07057605256, 08120822987, 07072323049, and Control Room: 08032003514.

JAMB UTME: Rivers Police Command beefs up security at CBT centers