VDM: Man who allegedly originated fake Tinubu's voice in viral video arrested - Presidency

Author: Ochogwu SundayPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & LawPolitics

VDM: Man who allegedly originated fake Tinubu's voice in viral video arrested - Presidency

The Nigerian presidency confirmed the arrest of Ifechukwu Dennis for allegedly originating an AI-generated audio mimicking President Bola Tinubu's voice. The audio was attached to a fake video of social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, known as Verydarkman (VDM), causing online backlash. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu's media aide, announced the arrest in Benin City by an elite police team, vowing an official statement.

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