Verydarkman and His Fight Against Fraud in Nigeria

Verydarkman, social media activist and president of Ratel Movement, fights fraud and injustice in Nigeria but faces criticism for alleged partiality

Verydarkman, also known as Martins Vincent Otse and president of the Ratel Movement, has remained a prominent figure in Nigerian social media activism since his rise in 2022.

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He is from Agenebode, Edo State, and was born in Kaduna State. He is known for calling out injustice, fraud, crime, and bad governance online.

Before becoming an activist, Verydarkman made money selling personal videos. He later transitioned into hairstyling and eventually established himself as a self-styled activist and content creator.

Verydarkman has used his influence to help communities through philanthropy, setting up an NGO, renovating schools, digging boreholes, and supporting less privileged individuals to earn a living.

His activism has also brought controversy, landing him in police custody and detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

His campaign against fraud includes calling out public figures like Jennifer Igbinoba Osasenaga of Jennysglow, influencer Ashmusy, Iyabo Ojo, Tonto Dikeh, Samklef, and the late Mohbad’s wife.

He intervened in disputes over failed surrogacy arrangements, harmful products, and alleged fraud, sometimes pledging funds to help victims.

Critics, however, question Verydarkman’s consistency. Some accuse him of selective activism, claiming he avoids calling out friends like Seun Kuti, Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid while targeting others.

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This has led to debates about whether personal relationships affect his approach and if his activism remains credible.

Verydarkman has also faced suggestions to prove himself in business, including importing goods into Nigeria, with critics arguing that activism alone is not enough to establish influence.