VDM’s lawyer Deji Adeyanju appreciates Peter Obi, Sowore, Davido, others who lent their voices

Nigerian activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju posted online about his client, Martins Vincent Otse, known as VDM, who was arrested by the EFCC on May 2, 2025.

This led to protests by VDM’s fans, the Ratel Gang, at a GTBank in Abuja.

Deji confirmed VDM’s arrest on X (formerly Twitter) and thanked those who supported VDM’s release, mentioning Peter Obi, Sowore, Davido, and others who did not speak up.

Deji wrote on his X page: “Kudos to everyone that has spoken up about VDM. From HE Peter Obi to Sowore, Davido and everyone. We have also noted the silence of others. The impunity will go round, it’s only a matter of time. Thank you Amnesty International and everyone for speaking up for VDM.”

See some of the reactions trailing Deji’s post:

@OSesegus said: “It began with the same silence during #MNK’s abduction and rendition to Nigeria he’s still in custody. I’m glad it’s becoming clear now: what goes around, comes around. VDM is just the latest example.”

@juliusgodswill said: “Nigerians are the problem of Nigeria when it’s not affecting them they keep mute. When it suddenly affect them you see cry and tear all over. Hand go touch everyone.”

@Prince_Zamani09 said: “Can you tell us why he was arrested instead of this emotional games you guys are playing.”

@OlaniyiFel96 said: “Na turn by turn boss. Everyone most chop it. Those celebrities way dey active and dey can’t put body for others now… dey go know when dey needs help from people also.”

@Stivenchyy said: “Deji, good morning. Please, who arrested him exactly? And, on whose order? Cos we need to be clear. So many news reporting different things.”