The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed that it has commenced an internal investigation into the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2 Command, AIG Moshood Jimoh, following allegations made by social media personality Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).
The Force disclosed that AIG Jimoh has been invited for questioning as part of its administrative review process, while the criminal case linked to the allegations is already before a court. It also confirmed that Otse has been asked to appear before investigators to substantiate the claims he has made publicly.
The position of the Police was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu.
According to the statement, “The criminal matter referenced in public commentary was investigated and is now before a court of competent jurisdiction, following the advice of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). As the matter is subjudice, its adjudication rests solely with the judiciary.”
The Force stressed that it would not litigate the matter in the media, stating, “The Force will not try this case in the media, nor will it allow its outcome to be shaped by public campaigns or commentary seeking to prejudge the officers or parties involved.”
On the administrative aspect of the case, the statement added, “Separately, and in line with its internal accountability mechanisms, the Force confirms that the Assistant Inspector-General, Force Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has invited AIG in charge of Zone 2, AIG Moshood Jimoh, for questioning in connection with the allegations raised.”
The Police further disclosed that the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Abuja, formally invited VeryDarkMan on July 30, 2026, to appear before investigators.
“The Force Criminal Investigation Department, Abuja, on 30th July 2026, formally issued a letter of invitation to Mr. Otse (VeryDarkMan), inviting him to appear at its Abuja office to substantiate the claims he has made in the public domain,” the statement said.
It added that the actions taken underscore the Force’s commitment to ensuring accountability, noting that, “These steps reflect the Force’s standing commitment to investigate all credible allegations of misconduct, regardless of the rank of the officer involved or the public profile of the complainant.”
For several weeks, VeryDarkMan has published videos on social media accusing AIG Jimoh of corruption and abuse of office.
He alleged that officers under Jimoh’s supervision while he served as Commissioner of Police in Lagos framed businessman Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi in connection with the killings of Sheriff Ishola Salami in April 2023 and Prince Ademola Akinloye in August 2024 in the Ajiran area of Eti-Osa, Lagos.
According to Otse, suspects arrested in January 2026 initially confessed to involvement in the Salami killing without implicating Akanbi but later named the businessman after allegedly being subjected to pressure and torture.
The social media personality also challenged AIG Jimoh to produce the suspects’ original statements, maintaining that he was willing to face legal consequences if his allegations were proven false. He subsequently released additional videos calling for an independent review of the evidence.
Reaffirming its position, the Police said disciplinary matters involving officers are governed by the Constitution, the Police Act 2020, Police Regulations, Force Orders and other established procedures.
While recognising citizens’ right to demand accountability, the Force cautioned against spreading allegations that have not been proven.
“The Force affirms the constitutional right of every Nigerian to freedom of expression and to demand accountability from public institutions; constructive criticism remains vital to democratic policing.
“That said, freedom of expression does not extend to defamation or the amplification of unsubstantiated allegations as a means of compelling disciplinary outcomes outside due process,” the statement said.
The Police maintained that any officer found guilty after investigation would be sanctioned in accordance with the law, while false allegations deliberately aimed at damaging the reputation of officers or the institution could also attract legal consequences.
It urged VeryDarkMan to honour the invitation extended by the FCID and allow both the administrative investigation and the ongoing court proceedings to run their course.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains an institution founded on law, discipline, and accountability. No officer is above the law, and no genuine complaint is ignored; nor will any officer be sanctioned outside the procedures the law prescribes,” the statement concluded.
