Nigerian social media commentator and activist, VeryDarkMan, has finally addressed growing concerns about his sudden disappearance from the digital space, revealing that he has been deeply affected by the recent spate of violent killings in parts of the country. The online personality had gone silent for two days, prompting his elder brother, Mark Otse, to…
Nigerian activist and social commentator, VeryDarkMan, has slammed reality star Kiddwaya for soliciting public donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kiddwaya, the son of billionaire businessman Terry Waya, had earlier shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) appealing to Nigerians to contribute funds to…
Popular social commentator and activist, VeryDarkMan, has openly criticised the Nigerian government’s response to the recent mass killing of civilians in Benue State, describing the situation as one that has spiralled beyond the control of the country’s leadership. His reaction follows reports that over 200 residents were burned alive in Yelwata, a community in Guma…
Controversial social commentator and social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has publicly criticised Nigerian music heavyweights Davido, Burna Boy, and Wizkid for flaunting luxury car purchases at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with economic hardship. In a video making the rounds on Instagram, VeryDarkMan questioned the artists’ sensitivity to the ongoing struggles of their fans…
Afrobeat musician and activist Seun Kuti has accused influential religious leaders and financial institutions in Nigeria of orchestrating the arrest of social media commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM), whose recent detention has sparked public outrage. In a statement made earlier this week, Kuti suggested that the critic’s arrest was not merely a legal matter, but a calculated…
Social media activist VeryDarkMan has offered to sponsor a new music video for Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest track Tell Your Papa, which was recently banned by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC). The controversial track, which criticises the government and calls out President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, was prohibited from being aired on radio…
Popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reacted to a court order for his arrest over allegations of criminal defamation against gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. A Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued a bench warrant for his arrest on March 13, 2025, after he failed to…
Social media commentator VeryDarkMan has submitted petitions to the South African, Turkish, and Moroccan embassies, alleging that media personality Nedu Wazobia is involved in drug trafficking and fraud within their countries. VeryDarkMan shared a video of his embassy visits on Instagram on Tuesday evening, where he claimed to have provided evidence supporting his accusations. According…
Media personality Nedu Wazobia has issued a pre-action notice to social media critic VeryDarkMan over alleged defamatory statements made against him. VeryDarkMan revealed this in a post on his Instagram page, confirming that he had been served legal notice by Nedu’s lawyers. According to the legal representatives of Nedu and Tokindrumz Picture and Media Ltd,…
Nigerian media personality Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu Wazobia, has stated that he has no regrets about inviting comedian DeeOne to The Honest Bunch Podcast, despite the controversy that followed. Nedu’s remarks come after his recent exit from the podcast, which was linked to backlash over DeeOne’s appearance. During the episode, DeeOne alleged…
Nigerian media personality Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu, has dismissed claims that he was fired from The Honest Bunch podcast, clarifying that his departure was a personal decision. Nedu’s exit from the podcast followed backlash over an episode featuring reality TV star Deeone, who alleged that social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) was attracted…
Former reality TV show housemate Deeone has revealed that he deliberately used his appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast to expose social media critic VeryDarkMan. Speaking in a recent interview on TVC’s Breakfast Show, Deeone disclosed that his controversial remarks on the podcast were part of a carefully planned strategy – one that even the…
Popular content creator JoJo has refuted claims made by social media critic, VeryDarkMan, alleging that she slept with media personality Nedu Wazobia in exchange for features on his platform. The accusation surfaced amid an ongoing feud between VeryDarkMan and Nedu, sparked by the latter’s recent podcast episode featuring comedian Deeone. During the interview on Honest…
Social media commentator, VeryDarkMan, has issued a stern warning to media personality Toke Makinwa, stating that she would be held accountable if anything happens to Nigerian singer 2Baba amidst his ongoing divorce saga with his wife, Annie Idibia. The warning followed Makinwa’s reaction to 2Baba’s now-deleted Instagram posts on Sunday, where the singer announced his…
Social media activist VeryDarkMan has alleged that Naira Marley, the embattled Nigerian rapper and former label boss of the late singer Mohbad, admitted to owing the artist a significant sum of money before his untimely death. In a video circulating online, VeryDarkMan revealed details of a conversation he had with Naira Marley, during which the…
Nigerian singer Dammy Krane has publicly accused social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, of selective activism. The allegations follow reports that Verydarkman was ordered by a court to remove content relating to prominent lawyer Femi Falana. Dammy Krane claims that Verydarkman’s recent legal troubles stem from his refusal to investigate serious allegations…
Nigerian music producer and record label boss Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has made a substantial donation of N100 million to the NGO of Martins Otse, better known by his online alias, VeryDarkMan (VDM). The news was revealed by VDM in a video shared across his social media platforms on Thursday. According…
Nigerian rapper Michael Ugochukwu Stephens, popularly known as Ruggedman, has revealed why he stopped supporting the controversial activist known as VeryDarkMan. During a recent episode of the Echoo Room podcast, Ruggedman shared his concerns about the activist’s increasingly invasive approach to advocacy, particularly his focus on personal attacks. Ruggedman explained that he initially supported VeryDarkMan…
