3 h. ago Activist VeryDarkMan Slams TV Host Abati Over Disparaging Comment On Efforts Exposing Human Trafficking

Controversial social media critic and activist, Martin Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has fired back at Arise News Channel breakfast show anchor, Dr Reuben Abati, for comparing him to controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, a.k.a. Portable, over his efforts at attracting attention to the plight of trafficked Nigerian girls. VDM’s reactions followed Abati’s recent […]

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6 h. ago VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China

Controversial social media figure, Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reacted to circulating claims that he was bounced from Obi Cubana’s extravagant 50th birthday celebration and allegedly deported from China. The rumour gained attention after media personality Radiogad alleged online that VDM, who lives in Abuja, was neither invited to the star-studded party […] The post VeryDarkMan Denies Claims Of Being Kicked Out Of Obi Cubana’s Party, Deportation From China appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “I Was Inspired By Seyi Tinubu To Record Tell Your Papa Song” — Eedris

Veteran Nigerian rapper and singer, Eedris Abdulkareem, has cleared the air regarding the intent behind his latest track, ‘Tell Your Papa’, saying it was not a personal attack on Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. The musician said the track was simply a response to comments made by Seyi, who in March, during […] The post “I Was Inspired By Seyi Tinubu To Record Tell Your Papa Song” — Eedris appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Reverse Ban On Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’, Soyinka Tells Federal Gov’t

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticised the recent ban on the protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ by Nigerian rapper cum activist Eedris Abdulkareem. LEADERSHIP recalls that Abdulkareem, known for his similar protest song ‘Jaga Jaga’, which was critical of the then President Olusegun Obasanjo administration, recently released a new single titled ‘Tell Your Papa’, […]

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27 h. ago ‘Tell Your Papa’: Wole Soyinka Knocks NBC For Banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has berated the ban placed on a song by veteran Nigerian singer, Eedris Abdulkareem. Soyinka described the development as a return to culture of censorship and a threat to the right to freedom of expression. The controversial song, titled: ‘Tell Your Papa’s, was said to have been directed to President […] The post ‘Tell Your Papa’: Wole Soyinka Knocks NBC For Banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Eedris Abdulkareem Exposes N200m Bribe Offer In Exchange For Support Of Government Criticism

Veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem has revealed that he was offered a bribe to continue criticising the current government, but he turned it down. In a video shared on social media on Friday, Abdulkareem alleged that an individual, claiming to be a senator, offered him N200 million as support for his viral song, Tell Your Papa, […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem Exposes N200m Bribe Offer In Exchange For Support Of Government Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Amnesty International Accuses NBC OF ‘Unacceptable Abuse Of Authority’ Over Ban On Protest Song By Eedris

Amnesty International, a human rights organisation, has condemned the National Broadcasting Commission’s recent decision to ban Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s new protest song, Tell Your Papa, calling it a “clear violation” of the right to freedom of expression and access to information. In a press statement on Thursday, Amnesty International criticised the ban as “unlawful, […] The post Amnesty International Accuses NBC OF ‘Unacceptable Abuse Of Authority’ Over Ban On Protest Song By Eedris appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “We’ll Take It Over By Social Media” – VeryDarkMan Reacts To NBC Ban On Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ By Eedris

Renowned controversial activist, VeryDarkMan, has pledged to finance the video shoot for Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest song, ‘Tell Your Papa,’ which was recently banned by the Nigerian government. Information Nigeria had earlier reported that the Federal Government, through the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), banned the song on Thursday, deeming it inappropriate and offensive. In a surprising […] The post “We’ll Take It Over By Social Media” – VeryDarkMan Reacts To NBC Ban On Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ By Eedris appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NBC ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song unconstitutional – Amnesty

Human rights organisation, Amnesty International, has condemned the recent decision by the National Broadcasting Commission to ban Nigerian rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem’s new protest song, Tell Your Papa, labelling the move a “clear violation” of the right to freedom of expression and access to information. In a press statement issued on Thursday, Amnesty International described the Read More

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3 d. ago ‘Constructive criticism is a crime in Nigeria,’ Eedris Abdulkareem slams NBC over new protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ ban

Veteran Nigerian rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem, has criticised the National Broadcasting Commission following its decision to ban his new single, ‘Tell Your Papa’, from airplay across broadcast stations, labeling the move as an attempt to silence truth and suppress constructive criticism. The NBC, in a memo dated April 9, 2025, announced the banning of the song, Read More

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3 d. ago Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ Banned By NBC For Broadcast

The National Broadcasting Commission has prohibited Nigerian radio and television stations from broadcasting veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s trending song, “Tell Your Papa,” due to its “objectionable content.” Susan Obi, Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, wrote a memo on April 9, 2025, declaring the track Not To Be Broadcast (NTBB) under Section 3.1.8 of the Nigeria […] The post Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’ Banned By NBC For Broadcast appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s ‘Tell Your Papa’ song over content violations

By Chinelo Obogo The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has banned Nigerian radio and television stations from airing rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s controversial song ‘Tell Your Papa’, saying his lyrics are in breach of broadcasting standards. In a memo dated April 9, 2025, issued by Susan Obi, Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, the NBC classified the track […] The post NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s ‘Tell Your Papa’ song over content violations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NBC bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ from radio, TV

The National Broadcasting Commission has barred Nigerian radio and television stations from airing the trending song “Tell Your Papa” by veteran rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem, citing its “objectionable nature.” In a memo dated April 9, 2025 and issued by the Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, Susan Obi, the commission declared the track Not To Be Broadcast Read More

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6 d. ago ‘Your papa no try,’ Eedris Abdulkareem tells Seyi Tinubu in new protest song

Veteran Nigerian musician Eedris Abdulkareem has released a new song directed at Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, urging him to speak to his father about the worsening state of the country. In the track titled “Tell Your Papa,” which was shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Abdulkareem delivers a blunt message, painting Read More

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1 week ago N100m jewellery heist: VeryDarkMan earmarks N1m to locate fleeing salesgirl

By John Ogunsemore Social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) has promised to donate N1 million to find Lucy, a salesgirl who allegedly absconded with N100 million worth of jewellery from her employer’s store. The online activist stated this in a video shared on Facebook on Thursday. In a now-viral video […] The post N100m jewellery heist: VeryDarkMan earmarks N1m to locate fleeing salesgirl appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VeryDarkMan Warns Of Looming Religious War, Blasts Tinubu Over Herdsmen Crisis

Popular social media activist, VeryDarkMan, has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the persistent attacks by suspected herdsmen, warning that the escalating violence could spark a religious war in Nigeria. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Saturday, the activist expressed frustration over the government’s failure to address the ongoing crisis, particularly […] The post VeryDarkMan Warns Of Looming Religious War, Blasts Tinubu Over Herdsmen Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Stop Being Sheep!” – VeryDarkMan Drags Eniola Badmus Over Support For Tinubu

Nigerian social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has taken a swipe at Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus over her recent statement. Information Nigeria previously reported that the actress reaffirmed her support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a stance that sparked criticism from several social media users. It should be noted that the […] The post “Stop Being Sheep!” – VeryDarkMan Drags Eniola Badmus Over Support For Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VeryDarkMan Reacts As Court Blocks His Arrest In Mercy Chinwo’s Legal Feud

A Federal High Court has stepped in to stop the arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan amid his ongoing legal battle with gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her former manager. The controversy began after a Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued a bench warrant for VeryDarkMan on March 13, 2025. This came […] The post VeryDarkMan Reacts As Court Blocks His Arrest In Mercy Chinwo’s Legal Feud appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VeryDarkMan Accuses EFCC Of Extorting Celebrities, Challenges Commission To Invite Him

Popular social media activist VeryDarkMan has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of extorting celebrities under the guise of investigations. In a video shared on his Instagram page on Monday, he claimed that the EFCC allegedly forced DJ Tunes, Wizkid’s official DJ, along with singer Terry Apala and DJ Osas, to pay thousands […] The post VeryDarkMan Accuses EFCC Of Extorting Celebrities, Challenges Commission To Invite Him appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Asake’s Father Drama, Staged Move To Regain His Online Streaming Success” – VeryDarkMan

Nigerian social media commentator, Vincent Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has shared his perspective on Asake’s current position in the music industry. Since Asake left Olamide’s YBNL record label, he has made headlines for several negative reasons. His ongoing family issues with his father have also added to the speculation surrounding him. VDM, in […] The post Asake’s Father Drama, Staged Move To Regain His Online Streaming Success” – VeryDarkMan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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