VDM says he’s now determined to prove that influence cannot override justice as Sowore’s involvement changes the direction of the high-profile case.

Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), made a bold declaration on Monday, April 27, 2026, during his court appearance in Abuja over the ongoing legal battle involving businessman Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly called Blord.

The case, currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja, has continued to attract national attention due to its mix of social media controversy, celebrity activism, and serious criminal allegations.

Inside the courtroom, VeryDarkMan reportedly addressed Blord directly, insisting that the focus of the case had changed direction entirely.

“It’s not about you anymore, Blord. It’s a thing of pride now. It’s about Sowore. I want to show Sowore that he cannot do anything,” he said.

The statement comes amid growing public debate triggered by activist Omoyele Sowore’s involvement in the matter. Sowore had previously vowed to intervene on behalf of Blord following his remand at the Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations including impersonation and unauthorized use of VeryDarkMan’s identity.

Blord was earlier arraigned on charges bordering on criminal conspiracy, impersonation, and related offences, all linked to a social media dispute that escalated into a full legal confrontation between both parties.

Sowore’s public criticism of the case and his pledge to support Blord added a political and activist dimension to what initially began as a digital feud. He had accused authorities of misuse of legal processes in handling the matter.

However, VeryDarkMan’s latest courtroom remarks suggest a shift in narrative, framing the case as a matter of principle rather than personal dispute. He emphasized his determination to see the case through, insisting that external influence should not derail justice or dismiss the charges already in motion.

The proceedings continue to generate intense reactions across social media platforms, with Nigerians in the country and diaspora closely following each development.

As the case progresses, further hearings are expected to clarify the legal direction of the dispute, which has now evolved into one of the most closely watched online-to-courtroom conflicts in recent times.