Seun Kuti Calls Out VeryDarkMan as Public Feud Escalates

The once-friendly relationship between Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti and social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has taken another dramatic turn following a series of public exchanges on social media.

Seun Kuti openly criticized VDM, questioning his style of activism and accusing him of seeking unnecessary attention through online confrontations. During his remarks, Seun dismissed several of VDM's statements and argued that genuine activism should be rooted in long-term commitment rather than social media popularity.

The disagreement comes months after the two appeared to share similar views on several national issues. Their relationship has since deteriorated, with both personalities exchanging sharp words in public. In recent comments, Seun defended his family's legacy and suggested that VDM's criticism was driven by personal grievances rather than principle.

VeryDarkMan responded by insisting that his criticisms were based on accountability and personal convictions. He maintained that his respect for the late Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti remains intact while expressing disappointment over his fallout with Seun.

The feud has generated widespread reactions across social media, with supporters of both men debating who has the stronger argument. While some praised Seun Kuti for defending his family's legacy and challenging what he described as performative activism, others backed VDM's willingness to question influential figures regardless of their status.

As the exchanges continue, many observers hope the two influential voices can eventually move beyond personal disagreements and refocus attention on the broader social issues they have both spoken about in the past.