A Nigerian court has issued a restraining order against controversial social media activist Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, barring him from making further posts about Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin, founder of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry.
The court’s directive follows allegations by Prophet Fufeyin that VeryDarkMan had launched a relentless online smear campaign, accusing him of various unverified acts and causing reputational damage through Facebook and other social platforms. According to the prophet’s legal counsel, Ihensekhien Samuel, the court not only rejected the activist’s objections but also ruled in favor of an interim gag order to protect Fufeyin from what he described as “ongoing digital defamation.”
The legal battle between the two personalities began in April when both parties filed suits against each other, setting the stage for a high-profile legal confrontation that has gripped the attention of Nigeria’s online community. The case, originally slated for judgment in July, saw its first major ruling during the most recent hearing, delivering a win for Prophet Fufeyin and his legal team.
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Sources close to the matter revealed that Prophet Fufeyin accused VeryDarkMan of making inflammatory posts that not only tarnished his public image but also disrupted harmony within his church and strained relationships with key business partners. The court, taking these allegations seriously, moved swiftly to issue an order stopping VeryDarkMan from further commentary pending the final resolution of the case.
The next court sitting has been scheduled for October 27, and all eyes are now on what could become a landmark case in the debate over social media accountability in Nigeria. As the drama unfolds, the clash between digital freedom and defamation laws continues to stir heated conversations among netizens, influencers, and legal experts alike.