Nigerian legal practitioner Confidence Aribibia has offered further clarification on the ongoing saga between content creator Martins Vincent Otse aka Verydarkman and businessman Linus Williams Ifejirika popularly known as Blord.
The issue gained attention after VeryDarkMan disclosed in a video that a Federal High Court in Abuja had ordered Blord’s detention at the Kuje Correctional Centre.
The court decision followed his arraignment over allegations bordering on criminal conspiracy, impersonation, and the unauthorised use of VeryDarkMan’s identity.
Reacting to the situation, Aribibia took to her Facebook page to address viral misconceptions surrounding the case.
She explained that many observers had misunderstood key legal aspects, stressing that the remand order does not equate to a conviction but is part of due process while the matter is being examined in court.
The lawyer also spoke on the legal implications tied to the charges, noting that such offences carry serious consequences under Nigerian law if proven.
Her explanation has since helped provide context to the proceedings, especially for those unfamiliar with how the judicial process works in high-profile cases like this.
She wrote:
“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.
©️Confidence Aribibia
I remain your favorite Lawyer💕.”
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