Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has reacted angrily to the viral audio controversy allegedly linked to him, criticising presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga over his recent comments on the issue.
In a video shared online, VeryDarkMan said he received multiple urgent calls during a business meeting alerting him to a post made by the presidential aide regarding the trending voice note.
He described the reaction surrounding the audio as excessive, arguing that more urgent national issues such as insecurity and kidnappings were being ignored in the process.
“Focus Should Be on Insecurity”
The activist referenced recent abductions of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State, questioning the level of attention given to such incidents compared to the viral audio controversy.
He also expressed frustration over the situation of the abducted victims, noting that their whereabouts remain unknown.
According to him, national priorities have been misplaced amid the online controversy.
“You Are Trying to Silence Me”
VeryDarkMan further alleged that the backlash around the viral audio was being used as a deliberate attempt to silence him, insisting that he would not back down from speaking on national issues.
“The amount of calls I received while in a business meeting… immediately I read the post, I clicked and listened to the video,” he said.
He added that insecurity remains a far more serious concern than the trending audio controversy.
He also questioned the silence of officials on the abduction of teachers and students, referencing the ongoing uncertainty surrounding their safety, particularly on Children’s Day.
As of the time of this report, the Presidency has not issued a fresh response to VeryDarkMan’s latest remarks.
The incident adds another layer to the ongoing debate around the viral audio, digital misinformation, and rising insecurity across parts of Nigeria.
VeryDarkMan sends a very strong message to the spokesperson to President Tinubu, Mr Bayo Onanuga🙆🏼♂️ pic.twitter.com/gm3k6b6N91
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 27, 2026