VDM Finally Opens Up About What Ended His Friendship With Davido, Reveals Connection to Mohbad’s Justice Campaign
TrendPeels News Desk | November 6, 2026 | Entertainment · Celebrity News · Trending
Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has finally opened up about what led to the breakdown of his once-friendly relationship with Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, widely known as Davido.
In a recent video shared on his social media page, VDM explained that the disagreement between them was connected to the campaign for justice following the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
According to the activist, the same issue that initially brought him and Davido closer eventually became the reason their relationship fell apart.
His latest revelation has attracted attention across social media, especially among fans who have followed the relationship between the two public figures. Before their disagreement became public, VDM and Davido appeared to maintain a friendly relationship, with the singer occasionally interacting with the activist online.
However, VDM has now provided his own account of the events that allegedly changed everything, including his discovery of a WhatsApp group conversation that he claims involved people within Davido’s wider circle.
The revelation has reopened conversations about celebrity friendships, loyalty, the Mohbad investigation and the growing tension between some Nigerian entertainment personalities.
How VDM and Davido Became Friends
Explaining how their relationship started, VDM recalled that Davido followed him on social media sometime in 2024.
The activist said he was excited when he received the singer’s follow because Davido was already an internationally recognised music star with a massive following.
According to VDM, the social media interaction eventually developed into a friendly relationship. They exchanged direct messages, and he began showing support for Davido’s music whenever the singer released new songs.
VDM explained that he sometimes promoted Davido’s musical projects because he considered him a friend. He also claimed that their conversations were generally friendly and that he had never approached the singer to request personal favours.
He suggested that their relationship was not built around financial benefits or business arrangements but rather mutual interactions and the support they showed one another.
For VDM, the friendship was meaningful because he believed he had developed a personal connection with someone he previously admired as a major international entertainer.
However, the relationship reportedly began to change after events surrounding his arrest in 2024 and his subsequent discovery of an alleged WhatsApp group conversation in 2025.
VDM Links His Fallout With Davido to the Mohbad Justice Campaign
At the centre of VDM’s latest explanation is the campaign for justice for late Nigerian singer Mohbad.
Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Aloba, died on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27. His death generated nationwide attention, with Nigerians demanding answers about the circumstances surrounding his passing.
The incident became one of the most widely discussed entertainment stories in Nigeria, attracting reactions from musicians, actors, social media personalities and members of the public.
VDM was among the online personalities who repeatedly raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death.
He recalled questioning Naira Marley about Mohbad’s alleged complaints during his time with Marlian Records before expanding his attention to other issues surrounding the singer’s death.
According to VDM, the campaign initially brought different people together because many Nigerians appeared united in their demand for accountability.
Davido was also among the celebrities who publicly showed interest in the conversations surrounding Mohbad.
VDM explained that the shared interest in the campaign contributed to the relationship he eventually developed with Davido.
However, he now believes that disagreements about the same issue eventually destroyed their friendship.
In his words, as reported by TheCable, the same thing that brought them together was what divided them: justice for Mohbad.
His statement has become the central point of the latest discussion surrounding the disagreement between the two personalities.
VDM Alleges That a WhatsApp Group Chat Changed Everything
One of the most serious aspects of VDM’s revelation concerns an alleged WhatsApp group conversation he said he discovered in 2025.
According to the activist, he came across conversations involving several entertainment personalities and individuals associated with Davido’s circle.
He mentioned names including Iyabo Ojo, Tonto Dikeh, Samklef, K-Solo, Drey DMW and Aloma DMW.
VDM alleged that discussions in the group suggested that some individuals had been involved in efforts that led to his arrest in 2024.
He claimed that the discussions were connected to his continued questions about Mohbad’s death and his involvement in the public campaign for justice.
The activist said the discovery shocked him because he had previously maintained friendly relationships with some people he believed were connected to the conversation.
He also expressed disappointment over the possibility that individuals within Davido’s wider circle could have been involved in something he considered harmful to him.
It is important to understand that these are allegations made by VDM. The existence and interpretation of the conversations, as well as the alleged involvement of the individuals mentioned, should not be treated as independently established facts.
The people named have not all been independently shown to have participated in any plan to secure his arrest.
Nevertheless, VDM says the discovery significantly changed how he viewed his relationship with Davido and people around the singer.
VDM Recalls His 2024 Arrest and Detention
While explaining why the alleged WhatsApp conversations affected him so deeply, VDM also revisited his experience with law enforcement in 2024.
The activist recalled being arrested and spending close to a month in detention before being transferred to Kuje prison.
He said he was eventually released and continued his activities as a social media commentator.
According to his latest account, he later began connecting his arrest to discussions he claimed to have discovered in the WhatsApp group.
VDM alleged that his persistent questions about Mohbad and the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death had become uncomfortable for some individuals.
He suggested that the discussions were not necessarily motivated by the desire to secure justice for Mohbad but were influenced by disagreements involving Naira Marley.
These claims form part of his personal explanation of the events. They should be distinguished from the established fact that Mohbad’s death generated public scrutiny and calls for an investigation.
The full circumstances of the alleged group discussions and any connection to his arrest remain matters that require independent verification.
Why VDM Tried to Reach Davido for an Explanation
Another important part of VDM’s account concerns his attempts to contact Davido after discovering the alleged WhatsApp conversations.
The activist said he was surprised by what he had seen because he believed he and Davido were still on good terms.
He explained that he wanted to ask the singer whether he knew anything about the conversations and whether members of his circle had been involved in the events surrounding his arrest.
According to VDM, he released some portions of the alleged conversations and attempted to contact Davido directly.
He said he called the singer several times but did not receive an answer.
VDM explained that he initially thought Davido might have been busy. However, after noticing that the singer was active on social media, he reportedly tried reaching him again.
The activist said he wanted a direct conversation rather than allowing assumptions and social media discussions to determine what had happened.
He also wanted to understand why people he considered friends could allegedly have participated in discussions about his arrest.
However, according to his account, the situation became more complicated after a blog post suggested that he was trying to contact Davido to record their conversation and potentially use it for blackmail.
VDM strongly disagreed with that interpretation.
He said his intention was to get answers from someone he had considered a friend, not to record or blackmail the singer.
He described the development as a painful experience and said it made him feel betrayed.
VDM Describes the Situation as Betrayal
For VDM, the disagreement was not simply about unanswered telephone calls or a misunderstanding between two celebrities.
He presented it as a question of trust and loyalty.
The activist argued that it was difficult for him to understand how he could maintain a friendly relationship with Davido while allegedly discovering conversations involving people within the singer’s circle that he believed were connected to efforts against him.
He questioned why he should continue maintaining the friendship without receiving an explanation.
VDM also suggested that the public narrative surrounding his attempts to reach Davido made the situation worse.
Rather than getting the private conversation he wanted, he said the incident became another subject of public discussion, with some people interpreting his calls differently.
Eventually, he said he sent Davido a direct message expressing his disappointment and making it clear that he no longer wanted to maintain the friendship.
He indicated that if they encountered each other in public, he would prefer to keep his distance.
The statement suggests that, from VDM’s perspective, the relationship had reached a point where reconciliation was no longer something he wanted to pursue.
However, whether the two personalities will eventually resolve their differences remains uncertain.
What Has Davido Said About VDM’s Allegations?
Davido has remained a central figure in the controversy because of his previous friendship with VDM and the activist’s claims involving members of his circle.
However, VDM’s latest explanation is his own account of the disagreement.
The reports covering his November 5 and 6 revelations do not establish an independently verified response from Davido addressing the specific WhatsApp group allegations.
It is therefore important not to assume that the singer personally approved, knew about or participated in the alleged discussions simply because some people mentioned by VDM are reportedly connected to his wider circle.
Davido’s perspective is important to understanding the disagreement, and any direct response from him would provide additional context.
For now, the public is left with VDM’s account and the questions it has raised about what happened behind the scenes.
How Zlatan Ibile Became Part of the Growing Controversy
Although Davido is the main focus of VDM’s latest revelation, rapper Zlatan Ibile has also become part of the wider disagreement.
During his explanation, VDM discussed his issues with Zlatan and criticised the rapper’s involvement in conversations surrounding the Mohbad campaign.
He questioned Zlatan’s position during the early stages of the public demand for justice and also criticised what he described as the use of the attention surrounding Mohbad’s death to promote music.
The disagreement attracted further attention after Davido was seen enjoying Zlatan’s song, Inferno, during events surrounding Zlatan’s wedding celebrations in Morocco.
The development generated reactions because the song was widely discussed in connection with the tension involving VDM.
Some social media users interpreted Davido’s public support for Zlatan’s music as another indication that the relationship between the singer and VDM had deteriorated.
However, enjoying or promoting another artist’s song does not independently establish a personal disagreement.
The situation nevertheless added another dimension to the ongoing entertainment controversy.
Why the VDM and Davido Fallout Has Attracted So Much Attention
The disagreement between VDM and Davido has attracted significant public interest because both personalities have large audiences and very different positions in Nigerian entertainment and social media culture.
Davido is one of Africa’s most internationally recognised Afrobeats musicians. His music career, celebrity lifestyle and public relationships have made him a regular subject of entertainment news.
VDM, on the other hand, became widely known through his social media commentary, investigations, criticism of public figures and campaigns involving accountability.
Their previous friendship was therefore an interesting development for many Nigerians.
Some followers saw their relationship as an example of how entertainers and social media activists could interact despite having different professional backgrounds.
The breakdown of that relationship has now generated questions about trust, loyalty, celebrity influence and the challenges of maintaining friendships in the public eye.
Another reason the story continues to attract attention is its connection to Mohbad.
For many Nigerians, the singer’s death remains an important issue, and conversations about accountability continue to generate strong reactions.
The involvement of popular entertainment personalities in discussions surrounding the case makes the controversy even more significant.
However, it is important for the public to separate verified information from personal claims, assumptions and online speculation.
What Happens Next Between VDM and Davido?
At the moment, there is no confirmed indication that VDM and Davido are preparing to reconcile.
VDM’s latest comments suggest that he remains disappointed with the way their relationship ended.
His explanation also indicates that he believes the disagreement was much deeper than what many people initially understood.
Whether Davido will publicly address the allegations remains to be seen.
A direct response from the singer could help clarify questions about his knowledge of the alleged WhatsApp conversations and the actions of people associated with his circle.
It would also provide an opportunity for the other side of the story to be heard.
For now, the controversy remains a developing entertainment story, and further developments could change how the public understands the disagreement.
Conclusion
VeryDarkMan’s latest revelation has provided more insight into what he believes ended his friendship with Davido.
According to the activist, their relationship deteriorated because of disagreements connected to the campaign for justice for late singer Mohbad, particularly after he allegedly discovered WhatsApp conversations involving individuals he associated with Davido’s circle.
He also recalled his 2024 arrest, his unsuccessful attempts to reach Davido for an explanation and what he described as a betrayal of trust.
Although his allegations have generated widespread discussion, the claims about the WhatsApp group and the alleged involvement of people connected to Davido have not been independently established.
What remains clear is that a relationship that once appeared friendly has developed into a public disagreement involving some of Nigeria’s most discussed entertainment personalities.
As Nigerians continue reacting to the development, attention will likely remain on whether Davido decides to respond and whether the two personalities will ever find a way to resolve their differences.
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Sources and Further Reading
The following publications provide additional reporting on the story:
- TheCable – ‘It Started With Mohbad’: VeryDarkMan Speaks on Fallout With Davido and Zlatan
- P.M. News – VDM Reveals Why Friendship With Davido Ended
- TheNewsGuru – Why I Fell Out With Davido, Zlatan: VeryDarkMan Finally Opens Up
- Trend Naija – VDM Says His Friendship With Davido Began and Ended Over the Fight for Mohbad
Editorial note: This article reports VDM’s publicly reported account. Allegations have been attributed to him and should not be interpreted as proven wrongdoing by Davido or any other individual.