A Nigerian realtor has shared a startling experience that serves as a warning to smartphone users about watching controversial content in public spaces. The man, known online as @bukaofbenin, revealed how one of VeryDarkMan's recent videos almost caused him serious trouble while traveling on a bus.
The Bus Incident That Turned Dangerous
According to the realtor's account, the incident occurred recently while he was commuting on a bus. He was casually scrolling through TikTok videos when he unexpectedly encountered content from social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.
The controversial video featured VeryDarkMan sarcastically addressing various cult groups in Nigeria, using their distinctive slang and calling them out for not responding adequately to the country's security challenges. The video specifically criticized cult groups for their inactivity amid increasing bandit attacks across the nation.
How the Situation Escalated Quickly
The realtor explained that his phone volume was turned up when the video started playing. VeryDarkMan's opening words immediately drew attention from other passengers, creating a tense atmosphere on the bus. The man realized he might be in danger if anyone interpreted his watching of the video as disrespect toward cult groups.
In a video statement made in Pidgin English, the realtor described his panic: "Omo, this last post wey VDM do so nearly put me for trouble now now now...as I dey come down for bus. I just dey inside bus, just dey watch TikTok videos."
He continued with his harrowing account: "You know as TikTok video e na, I just dey click am dey go up. Na so VDM just enter inside just dey hala plantain this one, eh, banana, turkey. I need to reduce my phone volume o before them go collect my XR for wetin I no know..."
Public Reactions and Similar Experiences
The realtor's story resonated with many social media users who shared similar experiences. Numerous commenters revealed they had faced uncomfortable situations while watching the same VeryDarkMan video in public spaces.
One user named Bella koko commented: "Na waiting do me for my store oo and I connect my zealot ???na once all those look back Dey look me." Another user called silver shared: "Na my body build save me oo ?? he happen to me inside bus when dey load for ringroad, na once conductor and driver look me."
The incident sparked a broader conversation about phone etiquette in public spaces. User luxe__by_robyn noted: "This will teach you people to start reducing your phone volumes in public,cos why will your phone be that loud and be disturbing people's peace."
Other commenters shared their quick reactions to similar situations. big_slime808 revealed: "Na my girl Dey scroll and the thing hala Omooh she quickly give am back to me," while Majeed Maney added: "And me just dey house dey play JBL o with high volume o. omor na once i off phone screen run go off JBL. i no wan even reduce volume."
Broader Context of VeryDarkMan's Content
VeryDarkMan has built a reputation for addressing controversial social and political issues in Nigeria. His recent video criticizing cult groups appears to be part of his pattern of calling out organizations and individuals he believes are failing to address Nigeria's security challenges.
The social media commentator has previously drawn attention for responding to cries for help from Ogun State residents who were struggling with inadequate water supply. In that instance, community members had specifically appealed to VeryDarkMan to use his platform to highlight their plight, demonstrating his influence among certain Nigerian demographics.
This incident serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of being mindful of content consumption in public spaces, particularly in regions where certain topics may provoke strong reactions. The realtor's experience underscores how quickly an innocent moment of entertainment can turn potentially dangerous when sensitive subjects are involved.
