Nigerian singer Dammy Krane has been released from police custody after being detained over alleged defamation of fellow artist Davido.
The news of Dammy Krane’s release was announced on August 29, 2024, by social media personality Verydarkman (VDM), who had actively advocated for his release. In a video shared on Instagram, a newly-released Dammy Krane expressed his gratitude to VDM.
VDM wrote in his post, “Dammykrane is out. Dear @davido, as you have honored me by listening to my plea and granting my request in less than 4 hours, God will honor you. I believe God is giving him a second chance, and I hope and believe he focuses on his music moving forward. HE IS TALENTED AND I PRAY HIS TALENT SHINES so he will be distracted lol. Thank you, DAVID ADELEKE.”
Dammy Krane’s release followed a public plea from VDM, who had requested Davido to release the singer. VDM shared his experience visiting the police station, where he saw Dammy Krane in custody. During his visit, VDM reportedly spoke with Krane, who alleged that Davido was behind his arrest. VDM later returned to the station with cash for Krane and appealed to Davido, saying, “I want to take money to him for food but now I want to beg David, you be my brother, you’re not an oppressor. I know you have influence but you cannot use your influence to keep him there. I want to beg you, this is not who you are, this is not your personality… abeg! Give this guy a second chance.”