Social Media Critic VeryDarkMan Issues Stern Warning to Actress Tonto Dikeh Over School Deliverance Session
Controversial social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has issued a strong warning to Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh following her viral deliverance session at a school. The critic expressed deep displeasure with the actress's actions, specifically telling her to stay away from the educational institution located within his community.
Deliverance Session Sparks Controversy
The controversy began when Tonto Dikeh shared a series of videos on Friday, March 6, 2026, documenting what she described as a deliverance session at a school. According to the actress, she and her team had visited the school for evangelism purposes and were preparing to leave when she claimed to sense a spirit of death hovering around the environment.
"I immediately shared what I sensed with my team, and we began to pray, leading to a deliverance session," Tonto Dikeh explained in her social media posts. The videos quickly gained traction online, showing the actress engaging in spiritual activities with young students at the school.
VeryDarkMan's Strong Reaction
VeryDarkMan responded with a video message directed at the actress, warning her against what he perceived as exploitation of vulnerable children. The social media critic emphasized that the school in question was located within his community and that he had personally contributed to its renovation to support the children's education.
"With all due respect to TONTO DIKEH... this is a warning DO NOT COME TO MY AREA TO DO THIS AGAIN," VeryDarkMan stated in his social media caption. "NA ONLY POOR MAN CHILDREN GOOD TO TEST YOUR POWERS, LEAVE MY AREA KIDS ALONE. We want to raise kids with real life orientation not an ideology that if you don't make it there is something following you from village."
The critic further argued that while prayers have their place, they should not replace practical work and real-world solutions. He accused the actress of using underprivileged children for what he called "spiritual stunts" designed to generate viral content rather than provide genuine assistance.
Social Media Reactions
The exchange between VeryDarkMan and Tonto Dikeh has triggered widespread conversations across various social media platforms. Many users have expressed support for the critic's position, while others have commented on the unusual nature of the situation.
One user commented: "I don't even know which one is funnier... VDM's face or the video." Another stated: "People are trying not to say the truth.... Wrong is wrong." A third user added: "This is actually doing too much cos as someone that believes strongly in God and spirituality, I can categorically tell you that God does not operate like this... this is just looking for vain glory."
Background Context
This incident occurs against the backdrop of Tonto Dikeh's ongoing public persona development. In January 2026, the actress clarified in an interview that she prefers to be referred to as 'King Tonto Dikeh,' explaining that the title represents a connection to her son rather than any attempt to challenge masculine norms.
"It is not a title, it is not a masculine disrespect or trying to drag the male ego," she explained. "It is a broad name for my son. It is just a name I love. It is a way to identify with my son more."
VeryDarkMan has been involved in several public controversies recently, including exchanges with other public figures. His warning to Tonto Dikeh represents his latest intervention in what he perceives as problematic behavior by celebrities toward vulnerable communities.
The situation raises questions about the boundaries between celebrity activism, spiritual practices, and community welfare, particularly when involving children in educational settings. As the conversation continues to unfold online, it highlights ongoing tensions between traditional spiritual practices and modern social media culture in Nigeria's entertainment landscape.
