EFCC Moves to Probe VDM, Deji Adeyanju Over Funding Claims
EFCC Moves to Probe VDM, Deji Adeyanju Over Funding Claims
A fresh petition has put two of Nigeria’s most outspoken public figures under the spotlight, as the EFCC prepares to examine allegations surrounding their funding sources and public activities.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to investigate activist-lawyer Deji Adeyanju and social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, following allegations linked to terror financing, illicit funding networks and other national security concerns.
The planned probe comes after legal practitioner Blessing Agbomhere submitted a petition dated June 17, 2026, urging the anti-graft agency to conduct a thorough investigation into the financial activities, sponsorship arrangements and funding sources of both men.
According to the petition, the lawyer wants the EFCC to examine the funding behind their advocacy campaigns, media appearances, protests, legal interventions and public mobilization efforts. He argued that the scale of their activities raises questions about compliance with financial regulations, anti-money laundering laws and other legal obligations.
Agbomhere also called for investigators to determine whether the funds used for these activities came from lawful and transparent sources, and whether all tax, disclosure and regulatory requirements have been properly met.
The petition further raised concerns about possible local or foreign influence, asking the EFCC to establish whether any individuals, organizations, foundations, political interests or pressure groups are directly or indirectly financing the activities of Adeyanju and VeryDarkMan.
The lawyer requested a forensic review of their income streams, assets, bank accounts, business interests, foundations, trusts and other associated platforms. He also urged authorities to investigate any possible signs of money laundering, unlawful fundraising, tax evasion, foreign financial interference or other financial crimes where necessary.
