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"If not for VeryDarkMan, I wouldn't be where I am today": Ratel Princess Jojooflele expresses gratitude from China

VeryDarkMan speaking in a video beside Jojooflele, the Ratel Princess, speaking on a street in China
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Popular social media personality Jojooflele, widely known as the Ratel Princess, has openly expressed her appreciation for VeryDarkMan (VDM), acknowledging the role he has played in changing her life.

"If not for VDM"

Speaking from China, Jojooflele reflected on how far she has come and how her association with VDM opened doors she probably never imagined would open so soon.

"If not for VDM, I wouldn't be where I am today," she said.

According to her, things took a completely different turn after she met VeryDarkMan. Her social media pages began attracting more attention, her followers increased, and opportunities started coming her way.

How it all started

What makes her story even more interesting is how it began. Many will remember the controversy involving Nedu, when Jojooflele found herself at the centre of public attention, with people discussing her personal life and questioning her actions.

For someone else, that kind of controversy could have been enough to damage their confidence or push them off social media completely.

Instead, Jojooflele turned the attention into something positive. Rather than letting the controversy define her future, she kept building her presence online and eventually became a familiar face among supporters of the Ratel Movement.

A lesson in gratitude

Today, she is in China, reflecting on her journey and publicly appreciating someone she believes contributed greatly to her success.

Jojooflele deserves credit for how she has handled her growing popularity. The right connections can open doors, but what you do with those opportunities matters just as much.

Her appreciation for VDM is also worth acknowledging. In a society where people sometimes forget those who supported them once they start to succeed, publicly recognising someone's contribution says a lot about gratitude.

Setbacks are not the end

Perhaps the biggest lesson here is never to be too quick to conclude that your present difficulties will decide your future. The situation people expect to destroy you can end up introducing you to opportunities you never knew existed.

What looks like a setback today may become part of the story you proudly tell tomorrow.

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What do you think about Jojooflele's journey from the Nedu controversy to her growing popularity and opportunities abroad?

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"VeryDarkMan, you have gone too far. Respect Davido's marriage and leave Chioma out of this": Content creator Roskey blasts VDM

Content creator Roskey has called out VeryDarkMan for resurfacing a video of Davido enjoying Zlatan's song, saying VDM should respect the singer's marriage to Chioma. He also asked why VDM has not gone after Carter Efe, who insulted his mother.

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Content creator Roskey has called out social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) over his decision to resurface a video involving Nigerian music superstar Davido, popularly known as OBO.

According to Roskey, some things should be left alone, especially when a married man and his family could be dragged into unnecessary controversy.

"You went too far"

Roskey questioned why VDM would bring back a video of Davido enjoying Zlatan's song, knowing fully well that the singer is now married to Chioma.

What appears to have upset him even more is that VDM attended Davido's wedding. In Roskey's view, that alone should have been reason enough for VDM to show some restraint.

"VeryDarkMan, you went too far by posting that video of Davido. You know OBO is married now, and his wife, Chioma, won't be happy seeing that video circulating again," Roskey said.

He argued that marriage comes with responsibilities, and that people who have access to celebrities should know when to draw the line.

"He barely danced"

Roskey also questioned what Davido actually did in the video to deserve so much attention. According to him, Davido barely danced in the footage. He simply raised his hand while Zlatan's song was playing.

So why make such a big issue out of something that looked so harmless?

The Carter Efe question

Roskey went further and questioned VDM's priorities, bringing up his clash with fellow entertainer Carter Efe, who recently made insulting remarks about VDM's mother in a video.

"Why haven't you gone after Carter Efe, who insulted your mother? Why are you targeting Davido? Or is there something you're not telling us?" he asked.

That last question has added another layer to the controversy. Roskey appears to believe there may be more behind VDM's decision to revisit the Davido video, although he presented no evidence of any hidden motive.

What about Davido's marriage?

Roskey's bigger concern is the possible effect of these online fights on Davido's marriage. Celebrities are constantly under public scrutiny, but he believes there should be some consideration for their spouses and families, particularly when old videos are brought back into circulation.

Whether the video poses any real threat to Davido's marriage remains a matter of speculation, and there is no sign that Chioma has publicly expressed displeasure over the footage.

For now, Roskey's message to VDM is clear: whatever point he is trying to make, Davido's marriage should not become collateral damage.

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Did VeryDarkMan genuinely cross the line by reposting the video, or is Roskey making too much of an ordinary clip of Davido enjoying music?

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"Zlatan, I'm coming for you, you will learn the hard way": VeryDarkMan fires warning at Zlatan over Davido's viral wedding video

VeryDarkMan has reacted angrily to a viral video of Davido singing lyrics that appeared to mock him at Zlatan Ibile's wedding welcome party in Morocco. VDM accuses Zlatan of using his new song, INFERNO, to take a swipe at him, and has warned the singer he will "learn the hard way".

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Social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has once again stirred controversy after reacting angrily to a viral video of Afrobeats superstar Davido singing lyrics that appeared to mock him at Zlatan Ibile's wedding welcome party in Morocco.

What was supposed to be a moment of celebration has become another talking point online, with VDM accusing Zlatan of using his newly released song, INFERNO, to throw indirect insults at him.

The lyric that started it

The controversy began after a video surfaced showing Davido enthusiastically singing along to a line that sounded like, "I no be Vincent, I no dey mast…"

For those familiar with VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, the reference to "Vincent" immediately raised eyebrows, particularly because of his earlier controversial comments about masturbation.

VDM responds

VDM did not find it funny. In a video shared online, he defended his earlier statements, insisting he saw nothing wrong with his position. According to him, he would rather satisfy himself than go around begging women for attention.

He also questioned why his personal comments had apparently become material for a song, suggesting Zlatan was deliberately taking a swipe at him.

What caught many people's attention was the warning he directed at the singer. Speaking in Pidgin, he said, in effect: "Zlatan, I'm coming for you now. You will learn the hard way."

The Davido angle

The episode has also brought fresh attention to VDM's relationship with Davido. The two were once publicly friendly, and their association drew plenty of attention online. Their relationship has since appeared strained, with fans often speculating about what went wrong.

Seeing Davido sing along to lyrics VDM believes were aimed at him has only added another chapter to that conversation.

Was it really about VDM?

There is no confirmed evidence that Zlatan wrote the lyrics to attack VeryDarkMan. That interpretation is VDM's, and the viral clip alone does not show what the singer intended.

Even so, social media users are divided. Some believe VDM is taking an ordinary lyric too personally, while others argue that using a name tied to someone already at the centre of a public controversy was always going to draw a reaction.

Knowing how outspoken VDM can be, many followers are now watching to see whether this ends with his warning or turns into another public confrontation.

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Was Zlatan deliberately mocking VeryDarkMan through his song, or is VDM reading too much into the lyrics?

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Carter Efe sparks outrage with harsh words against VeryDarkMan, drags his mother into their feud

Comedian and content creator Carter Efe has stirred fresh controversy after a video in which he made a harsh declaration about VeryDarkMan's mother. Many people online say bringing a parent into a social media quarrel goes too far.

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Popular Nigerian comedian and content creator Carter Efe has stirred fresh controversy on social media after a disturbing statement directed at activist VeryDarkMan (VDM).

What he said

In a video circulating online, Carter Efe made a harsh declaration involving VeryDarkMan's mother, leaving many people asking how far social media disagreements should be allowed to go.

Speaking in Pidgin, he said, in effect: "VeryDarkMan, if you don't bring me down, your mother will die. Whatever your mother is looking for in this life, she will not find it."

The statement, which amounts to wishing death and misfortune on VDM's mother, has raised concerns about the kind of language being used in online confrontations.

When feuds go too far

Disagreements between public figures are nothing new in Nigeria. Celebrities exchange insults, make accusations and drag one another for days, and sometimes the whole thing turns into entertainment for their followers.

But bringing someone's mother into a personal disagreement, especially with words wishing her death or misfortune, is something many people consider completely unacceptable.

Whatever the disagreement between Carter Efe and VeryDarkMan may be, one question remains: what has VDM's mother got to do with it? These are parents who may know little or nothing about the arguments their children are having online.

No explanation yet

At the time of writing, Carter Efe has not publicly explained what led him to make the statement.

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Has Carter Efe taken this disagreement too far, or do you believe his words are being taken out of context?

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"My oga had nothing to do with any plot to arrest VeryDarkMan": Israel DMW defends Davido amid controversy

Davido's aide Israel DMW has denied that the singer had any hand in an alleged plot to have VeryDarkMan arrested, or in Naira Marley's troubles during the Mohbad case. He says those who told VDM otherwise lied.

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Davido's loyal aide, Israel DMW, has come out to defend his boss following speculation linking the Afrobeats superstar to an alleged plot to get social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) arrested.

"Oga had no hands in it"

In a post addressed to "Dearest Nigerians", Israel said Davido had no hand in Naira Marley's ordeal during the Mohbad case, nor in any plot to see VDM arrested.

He said those who were in the WhatsApp group linked to the matter got there without Davido's instructions or approval, and that those who told VDM otherwise "fully lied".

Sam Klef, Mohbad's catalogue and Zino

Israel also asked why Davido would have any issue with Sam Klef, and denied that the singer ever asked for Mohbad's music catalogue or tried to sign Zino.

"Naira and oga are cool"

According to Israel, there was serious pressure on Davido at the time to unfollow Naira Marley on Instagram, but he categorically refused, saying he wanted the police to do their job and did not want to act on hearsay.

"Naira and oga are cool," he wrote, adding that the two even made a hit song together.

On an incident at Naira Marley's house, Israel said it involved Tolu 30BG, who had a disagreement with one of Naira's boys, and insisted that nobody was beaten or attacked.

Why the denial matters

VDM is known for speaking openly about controversial issues and challenging influential people, which has earned him both strong supporters and fierce critics. Whenever the names Davido and VeryDarkMan appear in the same controversy, Nigerians are bound to have plenty to say.

Israel's message is straightforward: whatever controversy surrounds VDM, his boss should not be accused of involvement without proof.

It is important to note that the allegations remain unverified. Israel's denial is his own position, and there is no established evidence that Davido took part in any plot to have VDM arrested.

Over to you

Who is actually behind the alleged move to arrest VeryDarkMan, and why is Davido's name being mentioned? Until credible evidence emerges, the public should be careful about turning social media speculation into fact.