Nigerian activist and social commentator, Martins Otse Vincent, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has finally broken his silence after controversial crossdresser Bobrisky filed a N1 billion lawsuit against him. The lawsuit, which was served to VeryDarkMan, accused him of defamation and blackmail assaults on Bobrisky via several social media platforms.
According to the lawsuit, VeryDarkMan claimed that Bobrisky was sleeping with top officials, including DIGs of the Nigerian police, lawmakers, and senators, without providing proof . Additionally, the lawsuit accused VeryDarkMan of publishing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated audio call claiming it was between Bobrisky and someone else.
Bobrisky’s lawyers demanded that VeryDarkMan apologize within 24 hours of receiving their letter. However, VeryDarkMan seems ready for the drama, stating that he would make everyone against him in the case suffer terribly.
In a video response, VeryDarkMan suspected a conspiracy between Falz and Bobrisky . He also outlined vital questions the Nigerian Correctional Service will have to answer as the case commences . Furthermore, VeryDarkMan announced that his lawyer would countersue, demanding N1 billion and 20 naira from Bobrisky.
Sharing the video, VeryDarkMan wrote: “Bobrisky has sued me N1 billion…the good part is y’all will exchange your credibility for my publicity…I no go school but I no be ode and I go school una. Mumu people want make I post part 2 make them get defense, we know that game, I hold the game pad”.
This lawsuit is not the first time VeryDarkMan has been embroiled in controversy. In March 2024, he was arrested on allegations of cyberbullying and cyberstalking, including false accusations against Nigerian actresses and officials .
VeryDarkMan’s reaction to the lawsuit has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some supporting his bold response and others criticizing his tactics . The outcome of this high-profile case remains to be seen.
