{"id":424,"date":"2025-05-05T11:48:40","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T11:48:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/?p=424"},"modified":"2025-05-05T12:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T12:05:32","slug":"why-vdm-was-arrested-what-we-know-so-far","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/?p=424","title":{"rendered":"Why VDM Was Arrested: What We Know So Far."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"753\" data-id=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1-287x300.jpg 287w, https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1-402x420.jpg 402w, https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1-640x669.jpg 640w, https:\/\/james.felttouch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FB_IMG_17464441517810817-1-681x712.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why VDM Was Arrested: What We Know So Far<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New information has emerged regarding the arrest of controversial online personality, VDM. Contrary to widespread speculation, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) had no involvement in the arrest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to credible sources, a court warrant for VDM\u2019s arrest was issued on the morning of Wednesday, April 30th. Although the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had plans to apprehend him by Thursday, the public holiday delayed their operation. By Friday, the commission was still strategizing, uncertain of his whereabouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, VDM inadvertently revealed his location by publicly stating that he would be at a GTB branch. Acting swiftly, EFCC operatives deployed to three major GTB branches, assuming he would visit a prominent one for content creation. Their assumption proved accurate, and he was arrested at one of the locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is now clear that GTB played no role in facilitating the arrest. Those blaming the bank or threatening to close their accounts may be acting on misinformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While many believe the EFCC has not been entirely transparent, observers acknowledge that VDM\u2019s open declaration of having informants within the commission may have escalated tensions. That claim possibly prompted the EFCC to act decisively to protect its institutional credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than stoking public unrest or targeting GTB, VDM\u2019s supporters, including legal counsel and public advocates like Kokopee, are encouraged to focus on legal strategy. With reports that his accounts have been frozen, his legal team may need to consider pro bono representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VDM, once known for giveaways and online activism, has lately drawn attention for more controversial content involving figures like Mercy Chinwo and Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin. Critics argue that he strayed from his initial purpose and may now be facing the consequences of his provocative approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the legal process unfolds, the public is urged to stay informed, avoid misinformation, and allow justice to take its course.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why VDM Was Arrested: What We Know So Far New information has emerged regarding the arrest of controversial online personality, VDM. Contrary to widespread speculation, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) had no involvement in the arrest. According to credible sources, a court warrant for VDM\u2019s arrest was issued on the morning of Wednesday, April 30th. 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