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Nigerian social media influencers VeryDarkMan (Martins Vincent Otse) and King Mitchy are currently embroiled in a high-profile online feud centered on their respective humanitarian efforts and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

VDM claimed that Seyi Tinubu has been the secret financier behind King Mitchy’s lifestyle and humanitarian projects since 2023.

While Seyi Tinubu has not directly addressed every allegation, he recently posted a song snippet online that many Nigerians believe was a subtle reaction to the escalating drama.

VDM then responded saying:

"A thr3@t to my life have been issued…if anything should happen to me and my close ones hold @seyitinubu and michyy responsible. This is not a joke ,I DONT FEEL SAFE, seyi tinubu has the power and connections, I don't feel safe"

This drama is not ending any time soon.

Actress Sarah Martins goes on a lunch date with dispatch rider she rejected after he professed his undying love for her.

Recall that on Thursday, February 19, a dispatch rider identified as Opeyemi, had visited the actress’s apartment to deliver an item to her.

Later that day, he sent her a message expressing his love for her. A startled Sarah shared the message on her IG page and expressed her disgust at what Opeyemi did. 

He later informed her that after she reached out to his organization to complain, he was laid off. Sarah did her investigation and found out that he lied and that he was never laid off but was only cautioned.

To pacify him, she reached out to him and took him out for lunch. At their meeting, Opeyemi was still professing his love to her.

A video from her son’s birthday saw Tonto Dikeh in a warm embrace with a man who bears a striking resemblance to her ex-husband Churchchill.

Tonto Dikeh has clarified that the man is actually Churchill’s uncle, a father figure who provided her with shelter and care during her pregnancy The actress described the online narrative as "deeply disrespectful," urging netizens to be more sensitive to the family ties 

The actress, who recently co-hosted a football-themed 10th birthday party for her son with her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, found herself at the centre of speculation after a clip surfaced online. 

Nigerian media personality Abike Halima Raheem, popularly known as Papaya Ex, has called out the DPO in charge of Ajah police command over her alleged assault case.

The influencer on her Instagram page on Tuesday, claimed that the police command was trying to bury the case and deny her of justice. 

She explained that she wrote a statement at their station despite being shaken and confused after the incident, but is being accused of kidnapping the officers in question.

Papaya explained that although the Commissioner of Police got involved in the case, the DPO made false claims about her, stating that she cut her own face. She, however, explained that her face is one of the major parts of her work as a beauty influencer, stressing that she would never harm herself in such manner.

Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Kosoko, also known as Simi, has responded to controversy surrounding some of her old social media posts, stating that the comments were misinterpreted and unrelated to any improper conduct.

The reaction followed renewed online discussions after the singer spoke against rape amid conversations triggered by the Mirabel TikToker case, which recently gained traction on social media.

She said that men should stop raping women and rapists should be castrated, citing that almost every woman she knows has been sexually assaulted, which resulted in a social media battle between her and those with contradictory opinions.

Nollywood actress Evan Okoro has taken a bold step to confront swirling health rumours, going live on social media to take an HIV test and prove her wellness to fans. 

The drama started after whispers, reportedly spread by Ekene Umenwa, suggested she was battling a serious illness one many hesitated to mention openly.

Determined to set the record straight, Evan decided to perform the test on camera, allowing her followers to witness the entire process in real time.

When the results finally appeared, they were negative. 

The incident has also reignited discussions about accountability and the impact of rumours in the Nollywood industry.

Maria Chike Benjamin has granted an interview to react to the allegation that she took someone’s husband a few years ago 

The reality star was in the eye of the storm after she left the Big Brother reality show and became an item with Kelvin Anene 

Her reaction did not go down well with fans, who dragged her over what she said about the controversial relationship 

MC Fish, the estranged husband of Anita Joseph, has finally moved on and started a new relationship 

The two lovebirds parted ways last year, and the actress later confirmed that it was truly over between them 

The hype man was seen in the company of his new lover as they shared romantic moments and had fun together while wearing matching outfits 

Her initial allegation that she was raped in her apartment and sent messages by the suspect sparked reactions online, with some social media users accusing Mirabel of lying and arguing that her story had inconsistencies.

Others created hashtags in her support and shared posts expressing concern about her well-being.

The new development emerged after Nigerian activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, shared a video of a phone conversation he had with the young lady.

In the recording posted online, Ms Mirabel acknowledged that the rape claim was untrue when asked directly by the activist.

Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong and his wife, Toyosi Etim-Effiong, are one of Nigeria's most celebrated media couples, known for their supportive partnership and transparent discussions about marriage.

They recently celebrated their 7th wedding anniversary on 4 November 2024.