According to Adeyanju, the unauthorized debits were labeled as loan repayments, despite his mother not having taken any loans. VDM’s public outcry on social media platforms, highlighting these discrepancies, is believed to have prompted GTBank to involve law enforcement. Adeyanju expressed his disapproval of the arrest, emphasizing that seeking accountability should not be criminalized.
This is not the first time VDM has faced legal challenges due to his activism. In March 2025, an Abuja Chief Magistrate Court issued a bench warrant for his arrest over alleged defamation of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. VDM has consistently used his platform to spotlight issues of public interest, often leading to confrontations with authorities and institutions.
The recent arrest has sparked discussions on social media, with many Nigerians expressing concern over the implications for freedom of expression and the right to demand transparency from financial institutions. As of now, GTBank has not released an official statement regarding the incident, and the Nigerian police have yet to provide details on the charges against VDM.
