Court Jails Blord for Impersonating VeryDarkMan, To Spend Easter Behind in Prison

‎A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the remand of popular cryptocurrency entrepreneur, Linus Williams Ifejirika, widely known as Blord, over allegations of impersonation involving social media personality VeryDarkMan.

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‎Blord was arraigned before the court on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The court directed that he be held at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending further proceedings.

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‎Moreover, The development means he will remain in custody through the Easter period.

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‎The businessman is facing several charges. These include impersonation, forgery, and alleged misrepresentation. Prosecutors told the court that the offences were serious and required proper investigation and trial.

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‎Shortly after the court session, VeryDarkMan shared a video online showing Blord being escorted out of the court premises by security operatives. He also confirmed the remand in a statement posted on his Instagram page.

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‎“LINUS WILLIAMS IFEJIRIKA A.K.A BLORD have been remanded at the Kuje correctional center. He is remanded for 26 days, meaning he will be spending his Easter in prison.

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‎“BLORD was arraigned today 1/4/2026 at the Federal High Court in Abuja on different count charges. As you all know Mr Linus forged flight tickets with my name ‘Martins Otse’ and claimed I was coming to Onitsha to join him in launching his blunt gadget app. He also claimed he paid me 500 million naira to be his brand ambassador. He also claimed I martins Vincent Otse approved billpoint app. He printed a billboard with my face on it and claimed I was his ambassador without my permission. He also printed different fliers with my face on them claiming we agreed. All of these are false.”

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‎According to details presented in court, the allegations centre on claims that Blord used the identity of VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, to promote a business venture without consent. The prosecution further alleged that false documents and promotional materials were created to support the claims.

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‎The court did not grant bail at this stage. Blord is expected to remain in custody for 26 days while the case continues. His legal team is expected to file a bail application before the next hearing date.

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‎The case has since sparked reactions across social media platforms. Many users expressed shock at the allegations, while others called for stricter regulation of online promotions and endorsements.

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