Celebrities Seyi Tinubu, Ooni of Ife, and Nasboi Dragged into King Mitchy and VDM's Feud
The social media landscape has been dominated by a heated and prolonged feud between Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman (VDM), and brand influencer King Mitchy, whose real name is Mukoro Ereremena Michelle. This controversy, which began over charity work, has spiraled, dragging several high-profile individuals into the fray, including Seyi Tinubu, the Ooni of Ife, and content creator Nasboi.
Origins of the Feud: Charity Work Sparks Conflict
The feud ignited when King Mitchy called out VDM following her renovation of a school in an undisclosed location. She challenged the self-proclaimed social media activist to provide N50 million from his NGO funds to support further charitable endeavors. King Mitchy boasted about completing the project within six days and criticized VDM's own charity efforts. VDM responded aggressively, leading to a public exchange that quickly expanded to involve others.
Seyi Tinubu: First to Be Dragged into the Controversy
Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigeria's President, was the first notable figure dragged into the feud. VDM insinuated a deeper relationship between Tinubu and King Mitchy, alleging that Tinubu had sponsored her charity work with N100 million. VDM shared an interview clip where King Mitchy discussed receiving funds and made unverified claims about a romantic involvement. He further suggested that Tinubu and King Mitchy should be held responsible if any harm came to him, citing alleged threats to his life.
In response, Seyi Tinubu issued a statement clarifying his position, explaining that he supported King Mitchy as he has done for others in charitable contexts. King Mitchy also reacted, stating she was invited to Abuja and well taken care of for five days, later apologizing and referring to Tinubu as her boss.
Ooni of Ife: Monarch Dragged into Online Drama
During the feud, King Mitchy claimed that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, contacted her, but she asked him to call back due to being busy. She shared what she purported was a message from the monarch. Oba Omotoyosi Bayo Akinyele defended the Ooni, denying any communication and stating the message did not originate from him. King Mitchy later apologized twice, even kneeling during her second apology, acknowledging she should not have involved the traditional ruler in her dispute with VDM.
Livinus Nwosu: Content Creator Faces Backlash
Content creator Livinus Nwosu was also dragged into the controversy after he visited the school renovated by King Mitchy to assess the work. He criticized the renovation in a video, which drew backlash from fans of both VDM and King Mitchy, who accused him of interfering unnecessarily. King Mitchy later released a video explaining the incomplete renovation and outlining her future plans for the school post-feud.
Nasboi: Persuader in the Apology Saga
Content creator and singer Nasboi, whose real name is Lawal Michael Nasiru Bolaji, became involved when King Mitchy issued an apology that VDM rejected. She revealed that Nasboi had persuaded her to apologize, claiming he shot and edited the video and guided her on what to say. Nasboi responded with his own video, explaining his role and sharing his perspective on King Mitchy's actions during the controversy.
Fan Reactions and Additional Drama
Amid the feud, a fan of VDM visited two of King Mitchy's restaurants to counter her claim of earning N365 million annually. This action led to further online dragging, with critics labeling the fan as jobless and jealous. The incident highlights how the feud has sparked wider public engagement and debate on social media platforms.
In summary, the feud between King Mitchy and VDM has not only captivated online audiences but also entangled several celebrities and public figures, leading to apologies, clarifications, and ongoing discussions about charity, influence, and social media conduct in Nigeria.
