The ongoing controversy surrounding the death of Nigerian singer Mohbad has taken another dramatic turn, with street-hop sensation Portable launching a scathing attack against social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM), accusing him of exploiting the late artist’s case for personal gain.
In a fiery video broadcast that has since gone viral, Portable described VDM as “a manipulator” and urged him to stop deceiving Nigerians, while also slamming VeryDarkMan over his constant attacks on actress Iyabo Ojo, stressing that the activist is jeopardizing the ‘Justice for Mohbad’ campaign.
The ‘Zazu’ crooner’s outburst represents the latest chapter in what has become an increasingly complex web of accusations and counter-accusations surrounding the September 2023 death of Mohbad, whose passing under controversial circumstances has remained a focal point of public discourse in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
Portable’s criticism centers on what he perceives as VeryDarkMan’s shifting stance on the Mohbad case. The singer alleges that VDM initially positioned himself as a champion of justice for the deceased artist but has since deviated from this mission. “You claimed you want justice for Mohbad, so why are you now going against Mohbad?” Portable questioned in his broadcast, urging the activist to “leave Mohbad and let him rest in peace.”
The dispute has drawn in multiple high-profile figures, with actress Iyabo Ojo becoming a particular target of VeryDarkMan’s criticism. Recent reports indicate that VDM has accused Ojo of heading a covert WhatsApp group used to manipulate public opinion and orchestrate his arrest, allegations that the actress has firmly denied.
The controversy has also extended to Mohbad’s family, with the late singer’s brother, Adura, recently accusing VeryDarkMan of exploiting the singer’s death for fame and suggesting that he may be acting on behalf of unnamed sponsors.
VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Otse, has built a significant following through his outspoken commentary on social issues and celebrity controversies. However, his involvement in the Mohbad case has increasingly drawn criticism from various quarters of the entertainment industry.
The timing of Portable’s intervention is particularly significant, coming as VDM has revealed that he advised singer Naira Marley to file a cyberbullying and defamation case against Iyabo Ojo over her role in linking him to Mohbad’s death, further complicating an already contentious situation.
Mohbad’s death in September 2023 sent shock through Nigeria’s music industry and sparked widespread calls for justice. The circumstances surrounding his passing have remained under investigation, with various theories and allegations circulating in the media and on social platforms.
The current dispute highlights broader questions about the role of social media activism in high-profile cases and the potential for such campaigns to become entangled in personal vendettas and publicity-seeking behavior. As Portable pointedly asked VDM, “Are you the one who will tell Nigerians who is good or not?”
With multiple parties now engaged in public feuds and accusations flying in various directions, the original focus on seeking justice for Mohbad appears increasingly overshadowed by interpersonal conflicts and social media drama. The situation continues to develop, with observers calling for a return to the fundamental objective of uncovering the truth about the young artist’s untimely death.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
The quest for justice in Mohbad’s controversial death has become overshadowed by public feuds and personal agendas. Singer Portable has accused activist VeryDarkMan of exploiting the case for fame rather than seeking genuine justice, while VDM’s attacks on actress Iyabo Ojo have further diverted attention from the core issue.
What began as a legitimate call for justice for the deceased artist has devolved into social media drama, raising serious questions about whether these high-profile personalities are helping or hindering the search for truth in Mohbad’s death.
