EXCLUSIVE: Inside the ₦2 Billion Fraud Scandal — VeryDarkBlackMan’s Ally Exposed as MrBen Leads Justice Campaign

EXCLUSIVE: Inside the ₦2 Billion Fraud Scandal — VeryDarkBlackMan’s Ally Exposed as MrBen Leads Justice Campaign

By MarBen | Investigations for Naija24News

Istanbul, Turkey / Benin City, Nigeria —

A massive Ponzi scheme—potentially still ongoing—has been exposed, implicating a Nigerian man based in Turkey and shaking the digital community to its core. The alleged mastermind, Peter Odeon (also known as Peter Baez), a 31-year-old based in Istanbul, is accused of defrauding over 300 Nigerians—many from Edo State—to the tune of over ₦2 billion.

But what makes this story even more disturbing is Peter’s documented closeness to social media figure and self-proclaimed anti-fraud activist, VeryDarkBlackMan (VDM)—who has remained deafeningly silent despite overwhelming evidence and the cries of victims.

🚨 Fraud with Friends in High Places

Voice notes and private messages obtained by Naija24News show Peter boasting that nothing would happen to him “because I have VDM on my side.” He was recently spotted dining with VDM in Istanbul—despite already being accused by dozens of victims of running a financial death trap.

VDM has refused to publicly comment, raising serious questions about whether his brand of “activism” is selective, compromised, or simply performative.

💼 A Sophisticated Ponzi Disguised as Enterprise

Unlike the typical Ponzi models promising structured investment returns, Peter’s scheme was cloaked in the illusion of legitimate business—ranging from visa procurement and residency permits to real estate and car rentals.

Using his social media platforms—particularly WhatsApp and Instagram—Peter lured followers with vague, risky pitches like:

“Who wants to burn ₦1 million and make ₦2 million in a few weeks?”

Many were seduced by early interest payouts of 5%–6%, only to be ghosted once larger sums were invested. Some victims even sold land or borrowed money to invest in the hope of financial breakthrough.

Instead, they walked into a well-greased trap.

💸 Shady Transfers and Criminal Patterns

Several recent “repayments” to victims were not made by Peter directly. Funds were traced to unknown third parties, with suspicious narration lines and unverifiable banking details—classic indicators of a live Ponzi cycle, where new victims’ money is used to pacify older ones.

“This isn’t restitution. It’s money laundering,” said one victim. “And the longer he’s allowed to operate, the more people he’ll destroy.”

🧩 The Edo Betrayal — And VDM’s Silence

What stings most for many is that Peter targeted his own people—victims from Edo State—where both he and VDM enjoy wide recognition. In a region already plagued by financial struggles and migration anxieties, Peter positioned himself as a successful ‘abroad plug’—while quietly bleeding his community dry.

Despite public outcry, VDM’s refusal to call out his friend has become a scandal within the scandal. It undermines his credibility as an activist and suggests a dangerous double standard: some fraudsters are off-limits if they dine with the right influencers.

“If this is what activism has become—shielding your friends while people suffer—then the public is being played,” said MrBen, a UK-based digital advocate now leading the fight for justice.

📢 MrBen Responds: “This Will Not Die in Silence”

MrBen (@MrBenSpeak) has taken up the victims’ case and confirmed the fraudulent pattern:

“We had a Zoom call with Peter. He proposed a refund plan that’s pure insult—he wants to deduct every bit of interest paid from victims’ capital. That’s not repayment. That’s arrogance.”

He continued:

“Peter is still collecting money. He’s still lying. And VDM is still shielding him with silence. That’s how injustice is protected in Nigeria—through friendships and influence.”

MrBen has announced a multi-pronged response, including:

• Petitions to international law enforcement
• Complaints to Nigerian anti-fraud bodies like EFCC
• Media alerts across Nigeria and Turkey
• Community awareness campaigns to block further victims

⚠️ Not the First, But Potentially the Most Dangerous

Peter Odeon now joins the dark ranks of Nigeria’s infamous Ponzi peddlers:

• MBA Forex: Collapsed with ₦100 billion in investor losses.
• Baraza Cooperative: ₦7 billion gone, no justice delivered.
• Quintessential, Binomo, and RackSterli: All crashed under social media hype and zero regulation.

But unlike those, Peter’s operation is still active—and cloaked under the silence of a well-known influencer.

🎯 Final Word: Influence Without Integrity Is a Threat

Peter may still be hiding in Turkey. He may still feel protected. But this is no longer a secret. The victims are speaking. Investigators are watching. And digital advocates like MrBen are not backing down.

If influencers like VDM continue to remain silent, then the message to Nigerians is clear: friendship can override justice. Clout can shield crime. And activism is now a commodity.

The clock is ticking.

Have you been scammed by Peter Odeon or another influencer-protected fraudster? Email:

📩 in************@*********ws.com or

📲 Contact @MrBenSpeak on all platforms

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