Social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) is facing fresh criticism over his power station business, this time from content creator De Peters.

What De Peters said

In comments reported on Saturday, 31 October 2026, De Peters reportedly asked why VDM was acting as though he was giving Nigerians free power stations, when he was in fact selling them to make money. He argued that VDM often criticises other influencers for promoting cryptocurrency, betting platforms and other products, yet was now promoting his own goods. He also said other businesses already sell power stations in Nigeria, some with similar capacity and specifications at lower prices.

Background

VDM has spent recent weeks promoting his Ratel power stations, imported from China, with videos from a warehouse and demonstrations of the units. He has said buyers will be limited to two units each and has clashed with businessman Blord, whom he accuses of copying the idea. Other commentators have praised VDM for bringing more affordable solar options to Nigerians, with one claiming that prices of power stations have fallen since the Ratel brand launched. The debate comes as federal agencies warn celebrities they will be held responsible for promoting fraudulent products, although there is no suggestion that VDM's products are fraudulent.

How people reacted

The comments sparked a wider conversation about influencer marketing. Some users agreed that VDM should not present a business as charity, while his supporters said he was offering a useful product at a fair price. VDM had not publicly responded at the time of the report.

VeryDarkMan (VDM) has unveiled another product under his growing RATEL brand, and this time it is something many Nigerian households may find useful, especially with the country's unpredictable electricity supply.

The new product is the RATEL Sensor Light, a motion-activated light that comes on automatically when it detects movement.

How much it costs

According to VDM, the sensor light comes in two sizes: the small size costs ₦4,200, while the big size costs ₦9,000.

Why it could be useful

Anyone living in Nigeria knows how frustrating the electricity situation can be. Imagine NEPA suddenly takes light at midnight and everywhere goes dark. You need to leave your bedroom, walk downstairs, check on your children or find your way outside to switch on the generator. Before you even find your torchlight, you have already knocked your leg against a chair.

This is where a sensor light could come in handy. It can be placed along staircases, corridors, bedroom entrances, wardrobes, storerooms and other dark corners of the house. Once it detects movement within its range, it switches on automatically, with no need to search for a wall switch in the dark.

A possible security benefit

The light could also help around entrances, gates and backyards. If somebody quietly approaches that area at night, the space around the sensor suddenly becomes bright.

Of course, a sensor light cannot replace proper home security, but it may help discourage unwanted visitors and make movement around a compound more noticeable.

VDM also explained that the product comes with different lighting colour options, including multicolour settings.

What buyers should check

At ₦4,200 for the smaller version, some households may find it affordable enough to install several units: one on the staircase, another in the corridor and perhaps two around the entrance. However, buyers should check the battery life, charging method, weather resistance and detection range before deciding where to install it.

A growing RATEL range

What stands out about this latest RATEL product is the idea behind it. VDM appears to be paying attention to the everyday inconveniences Nigerians face, especially those caused by poor electricity supply. From power stations to smaller household gadgets, he is gradually expanding his product range.

There is something worth appreciating about businesses that identify ordinary problems and offer affordable solutions. You don't always need to spend hundreds of thousands of naira to make your home more comfortable, and sometimes even a small gadget can save you the stress of walking around in darkness.

Imagine having four of these lights around your house. NEPA takes light, but as you move around, the lights come on automatically. Small enjoyment!

What do you think about the new RATEL Sensor Light? At ₦4,200 and ₦9,000, would you buy one for your home?

Popular streamer and content creator Peller has got social media talking after saying he will not allow a male doctor to attend to his wife during childbirth.

What he said

In a viral Instagram video posted on Thursday, 29 October 2026, Peller reportedly said that only a woman would help his wife during labour and that he would go into the delivery room himself if he saw a man there. He said he did not trust men in such settings and challenged a person sitting beside him to say whether they would be comfortable with a male doctor delivering their own wife's baby. The moment was met with laughter.

How people reacted

Reactions online ranged from amusement to concern. Many users laughed at his tone, while others warned that labour is unpredictable and that a male doctor may be needed in an emergency, such as a caesarean section. Several commenters noted that the couple reportedly live in Canada, where hospitals typically assign whichever doctor or midwife is on duty, and questioned how his demand would work in practice.

Background

Peller is one of Nigeria's best-known streamers, with a large following on TikTok, and is often in the news for his livestreams and personal life. The comments came as he and his wife prepare to welcome their baby. He was also the subject of romance rumours with fellow streamer Jarvis this week.

What happens next

Fans are now waiting for news of the baby's arrival, with many joking that they hope the hospital is warned in advance.

Davido has given a short but pointed response to claims by content creator Kokopee about the singer's fallout with social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM).

What happened

On Friday, 30 October 2026, Davido reportedly replied with a single 'cap' emoji, internet slang for a lie or exaggeration, two days after a video by Kokopee spread widely on X. Many fans took the post as a denial of Kokopee's account, although the singer did not explain it further.

Kokopee's claims

In his video, Kokopee, a close friend of VDM, said he had tried to save the friendship between the two men by passing messages between them privately. He said VDM felt betrayed by Davido, while Davido rejected that view. His most talked-about claim was that Davido personally reached out to him, and he presented what he described as evidence of their conversation.

How people reacted

Reactions were mixed. Some fans said the emoji showed Kokopee had exaggerated, while others challenged both sides to share full evidence. Some urged people to stay out of the dispute. Neither Davido nor VDM had made any further statement at the time of the report.

Background

Davido and VDM were once close allies, but their friendship broke down earlier this year. This week Davido also congratulated rapper Zlatan Ibile on his chart-topping song 'Inferno', which fans see as a jab at VDM, adding to the tension.