The online drama involving controversial social media commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) and popular clergyman Pastor Chris Okafor has taken a serious legal turn, sparking intense reactions from netizens. The development follows Pastor Okafor's decision to engage a formidable legal representative to file a suit against VDM, a move that has prompted a stark warning from a concerned observer.
Top Lawyer Enters the Fray with Serious Allegations
Pastor Chris Okafor, who has been at the center of a controversy involving actress Doris Ogala, has hired a prominent lawyer, Barrister Maxwell Opara. In a video that circulated online, Opara outlined a series of allegations against VeryDarkMan. The charges listed are severe and extend beyond mere online banter, including accusations of cyber stalking and malicious impersonation.
The lawyer's detailed public statement signifies a shift from social media exchanges to potential real-world legal consequences, setting the stage for a courtroom battle.
Netizen Sounds Alarm, Urges VDM to "Seek Asylum"
The identity of the hired lawyer triggered an immediate and alarmed response from a social media user identified as @scour_01. Upon recognizing Barrister Maxwell Opara, the individual issued a dire warning to VeryDarkMan.
"This same Lawyer? He never lost any case! Just like his last (Nnamdi Kanu). VDM should seek asylum somewhere immediately!" the user stated, drawing a parallel to Opara's high-profile representation of separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu.
This warning underscores the perceived potency of the legal threat now facing the online personality, suggesting that the matter has escalated beyond typical internet disputes.
Mixed Reactions Trail the Legal Move
The news has ignited a firestorm of comments across social media platforms, with Nigerians divided on the unfolding saga.
User @Onsogbu questioned the lawyer's profile, recalling, "Wait a minute, Na Maxwell Opara wey Nnamdi Kanu ordered to 'shut up and don't talk when he is talking' is Chris Okafor lawyer?"
Others, like @BlessedGirl001, expressed skepticism about the lawsuit's effectiveness: "E be like say Past Chris don't know who he's up against. He thinks suing VDM would earn him any respect? We'll see how this plays out like other cases."
Some comments highlighted the inherent drama. @hollyboysol noted, "Another episode of online drama meets real-life consequences. Internet wahala doesn’t always stay online. This one looks serious, hope everyone handles it the right way."
Meanwhile, @seanelhadji offered a metaphorical perspective, advising, "The elders say, 'never wrestle a pig, you both get dirty and the pig likes it'."
Further reactions critiqued the lawyer's approach. @Banky__moon humorously remarked on Opara's diction, while @Ezugwu_ugwu claimed, "He is more interested in social media reactions than practicing the actual law of defense in courts."
This legal action coincides with other narratives emerging about Pastor Chris Okafor. A separate report details a Nigerian woman's account of her 2016 visit to his church while seeking the fruit of the womb, where she claimed to witness shocking practices. Additionally, an old video of the pastor has recently resurfaced online, adding more layers to the public discourse surrounding him.
The lawsuit, filed with allegations dated 25th December 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the saga, proving that online controversies can indeed translate into tangible legal battles with significant stakes.
