Deji Adeyanju, the lawyer representing content creator VDM, has publicly defended his client after a section of lawyers reportedly harassed and bullied him during a Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference. In a Facebook post on Saturday, August 29, 2026, Adeyanju addressed the controversy sparked by VDM's remarks about the legal profession and his attendance at the event.
Adeyanju Cites Loud Ovation as Evidence of Support
Adeyanju, a human rights activist and legal practitioner, revealed that VDM received a loud ovation at the conference, suggesting that the majority of lawyers welcomed his presence. He pushed back against those who insisted that NBA conferences should be reserved for intellectuals and the elite, describing such views as out of touch with reality.
“The loud ovation VDM got at the conference confirms that the profession is indeed noble and ready to learn from the shared experiences of all citizens irrespective of status or class in the society,” Adeyanju wrote. He reaffirmed his commitment to using the law to assist people in difficult situations, stating, “We will continue to use the instrumentality of law to rescue people in trouble including VDM.”
Reactions from Social Media Users
The post attracted significant reactions on Instagram, with many commenters siding with Adeyanju's position. @easyscookhouse commented, “No the committee thought they could ridicule him, no be watin them expect they meet. They were surprised he's extremely intelligent, even more than some so called lawyers.” @diaryofparadise_1 wrote, “Thank you for speaking up DEJI! You are indeed a true friend!”
@comr.ekpogbe shared, “Any profession that is legitimate is a noble profession, and this includes bricklaying.” @wickednessfc questioned, “Please I'm curious, what makes law in Nigeria a noble profession? Beyond the title, beyond the wig and gown? What makes it more noble than every other profession in Nigeria? Please someone should enlighten me.”
Context: VDM's Controversial Remarks and Previous Feud
The controversy began after VDM made remarks suggesting the law profession had lost its noble status, comments that sparked immediate backlash. Adeyanju's post came as a response to the criticism, defending VDM's right to attend the conference and share his views.
Earlier, VDM withdrew from the ongoing P-Square family saga after alleging that Peter Okoye attempted to use him in the dispute. He explained in a video that he apportioned 40% of the blame to Jude Okoye for refusing to step down as manager, while assigning the remaining 60% across Peter, his wife, and others involved. VDM also dismissed claims that Peter confided in him, insisting he was being unfairly targeted by critics before declaring the matter closed.
The NBA conference incident and Adeyanju's defense highlight ongoing debates about the inclusivity and perceived elitism of the legal profession in Nigeria.
