Blord, VDM Case Stalled As Judge Steps Down

Blord, VDM Case Stalled As Judge Steps Down

The criminal case involving cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus “Blord” Ifejirika and social media activist Martins “VeryDarkMan” (VDM) Otse stalled on Monday after the presiding judge recused herself from the matter, leading to an adjournment of proceedings to May 19, 2026, for mention. Both parties appeared before Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia of the Federal High Court in Abuja for continuation of the trial, just days after Blord was granted bai…

“You Remanded Him, Granted Bail, Then Withdrew” — Nigerians Question Justice Ofili-Ajumogobia’s Recusal From BLord Case, Return To CJ

Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia of the Federal High Court in Abuja has recused herself from the criminal case filed by the Nigeria Police Force against cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus Williams, popularly known as BLord, arising from impersonation allegations made by social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, directing that the matter be returned to the Honourable Chief Judge for reassignment to another court. The…