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.
Blord was arraigned before the court on Thursday, April 1, 2026. The court directed that he be held at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending further proceedings.
Moreover, The development means he will remain in custody through the Easter period.
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.
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.
“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.
“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.”
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.
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.
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.