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Peller turns down $50,000 offer to let fan name his unborn child

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Popular streamer Peller has rejected a large cash offer in exchange for the right to name his unborn child.

What happened

During a livestream, reported on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, cryptocurrency trader Habby Forex offered Peller $50,000, about ₦70 million, to choose the name of the baby Peller is expecting with his wife, fellow content creator Jarvis. Peller initially seemed surprised when the amount was converted into naira and said he would have to discuss it with his wife. But after asking what name Habby Forex had in mind, he turned the offer down.

What he said

Peller reportedly said money is not everything and that he does not play with his family when it comes to money.

Background

Peller, whose real name is Habeeb Adelaja, is one of Nigeria's most-followed TikTok streamers. He and Jarvis held their white wedding in Lekki, Lagos, in August. Earlier this week he apologised after a livestream in which he called himself Jesus Christ, which drew widespread criticism. Large cash gifts and offers on livestreams have become common among Nigerian streamers and their wealthy fans.

How fans reacted

Many fans praised Peller for putting his family first, while others joked that they would have accepted the money. Some questioned whether the offer was genuine.

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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.

Over to you

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.

Over to you

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

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"Go and work, I have children to take care of!": GehGeh sends strong message to his siblings and critics

Social media personality and financial adviser GehGeh has told his brothers and sisters to work hard and stop depending entirely on him, saying he has children to care for. His message has reopened a familiar debate about the pressure Nigerian families put on relatives who become successful.

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Popular Nigerian social media personality and financial adviser GehGeh has stirred reactions online after sending a strong message to his family members and to those who believe he should carry the financial responsibilities of everyone around him.

"Go and work"

Speaking openly about the pressure that comes with financial success, GehGeh made it clear that having money does not mean one person should become the permanent provider for an entire family.

According to him, his brothers and sisters must learn to work hard and take responsibility for their own lives rather than depending entirely on him.

"If you're my brother or my sister, go and work. Don't depend only on me because I have children I need to take care of. I can't do more than my power for family members," he said.

A familiar Nigerian story

His message touches on something many Nigerians can relate to, especially those who have become financially stable while other relatives continue to struggle.

In many families, once one person starts making money, expectations begin to grow. School fees, house rent, feeding allowances, business capital and even personal expenses suddenly become that person's responsibility. Sometimes the demands never seem to end.

Drawing the line

GehGeh appears determined to draw a line. He did not suggest that helping relatives is wrong, but his message was clear: family support should have limits, particularly when someone has children and responsibilities of their own.

His remarks also highlight the pressure successful people face from relatives who believe family ties automatically guarantee financial support.

Family members should help one another whenever they can. But should one person's success become an excuse for everyone else to stop trying?

Over to you

Is GehGeh being too harsh on his family, or is he simply saying what many successful people are afraid to tell their relatives?