Nigerian crossdresser and social media personality, Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has filed a ₦1 billion defamation lawsuit against Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan.
The lawsuit, revealed on Bobrisky’s Instagram account on Sunday, accuses VeryDarkMan of distributing an AI-generated audio clip that falsely links Bobrisky to illicit relationships with prominent figures, including politicians and law enforcement officials.
According to Bobrisky’s legal team, VeryDarkMan allegedly used Bobrisky’s name and social media presence to gain personal attention by spreading baseless claims about his involvement with powerful individuals.
The legal document states, “Our client informs us that in your pursuit of social media fame, you have exploited his name, personality, and influence to generate media attention for your own benefit.”
In a specific instance cited in the lawsuit, VeryDarkMan purportedly claimed that high-ranking officials, including Deputy Inspectors General of the Nigerian Police Force, lawmakers, and senators, were having inappropriate relations with Bobrisky. However, the suit asserts that no proof has been provided to support these allegations.
The lawsuit also argues that VeryDarkMan’s actions have disregarded Bobrisky’s mental health, privacy, and constitutional rights, with reckless and unfounded statements being made to the public.
The legal statement continues, “You have continued to make reckless and baseless claims against our client without any evidence, ignoring his wellbeing, right to privacy, and other fundamental rights.”
The lawsuit further accuses VeryDarkMan of publishing an AI-generated audio recording that falsely depicted a conversation between Bobrisky and an unnamed individual.
Bobrisky’s legal team insists that no such conversation took place and demands the immediate retraction of the defamatory content. The document warns that failure to comply with the demands within 24 hours would result in legal action.
“Our client has suffered substantial harm since the release of this defamatory material,” the lawsuit adds, accusing VeryDarkMan of blackmail. “You threatened to release more damaging material unless payment was made, and even after receiving payment, you persisted in publishing false information, which reveals your true intentions.”
The legal team has demanded that VeryDarkMan delete the audio clip, issue a public apology in two national newspapers, and post a video apology across all social media platforms.
Additionally, they are seeking ₦1 billion in damages within 24 hours. “You are required to immediately remove the defamatory material and issue an apology, along with a pledge to refrain from making further defamatory statements,” the letter demands.
Bobrisky’s legal representatives warned that failure to meet these demands would lead to immediate legal action.
They also referenced a previous viral audio released by VeryDarkMan, in which Bobrisky was alleged to have paid ₦15 million to Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives to drop money laundering charges, a claim Bobrisky denies.
The lawsuit seeks to clear Bobrisky’s name and hold VeryDarkMan accountable for spreading false information and defamation.
