VeryDarkMan Dares Pastor David Ibiyeomie to Curse Him as Controversy Sparks Reactions Across Nigeria
Social media activist VeryDarkMan has challenged Salvation Ministries founder, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, following the cleric’s controversial remarks about cursing people who offend him. The confrontation has sparked fresh discussions about religious authority, freedom of expression and the relationship between pastors and their critics.
Nigeria’s social media space has been buzzing following a fresh confrontation between popular internet personality Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and the founder of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie.
The disagreement started after a video of Pastor Ibiyeomie circulated online, showing the cleric making strong statements about what happens to people who offend or challenge him.
In the video, the pastor claimed that anyone he curses becomes useless for the rest of their life. His remarks quickly attracted attention, particularly among social media users who questioned the meaning and implications of such a declaration.
VeryDarkMan subsequently reacted to the video, openly challenging the pastor to identify people he had allegedly cursed. The activist also dared the cleric to direct the same curse towards him.
The exchange has generated considerable discussion, with Nigerians expressing different opinions about the statements made by both personalities.
The controversy, which gained attention on November 1, 2026, has become another major talking point involving a popular Nigerian activist and an influential religious leader.
What Pastor David Ibiyeomie Said About Cursing His Critics
The controversy began after a video of Pastor David Ibiyeomie surfaced online.
In the recording, the Salvation Ministries founder spoke about people who offend or attempt to trouble him. He suggested that he possesses the spiritual authority to pray against those who challenge him, claiming that such individuals could become useless for life.
According to reports, the pastor declared that people who had previously received his curses were no longer doing well.
He also challenged people to investigate the condition of those he claimed to have cursed.
The statement attracted attention because of the strong language used by the cleric while addressing his critics.
For many Nigerians, the remarks raised questions about the responsibility of religious leaders when speaking to large congregations.
Pastor Ibiyeomie is one of Nigeria’s prominent Christian ministers and the founder of Salvation Ministries, a church headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
His statements therefore attracted attention beyond his immediate congregation, particularly because of his influence within Nigeria’s Christian community.
VeryDarkMan Reacts and Challenges the Pastor
Following the circulation of the pastor’s remarks, VeryDarkMan released a response questioning the cleric’s declaration.
The social media activist challenged Ibiyeomie to publicly identify the people he claimed to have cursed.
VDM argued that religious leaders should not make statements that create fear among their followers or discourage people from questioning them.
In his reaction, he challenged the pastor to name the social media personalities he had allegedly cursed.
He also questioned the idea that a religious leader could determine another person’s future through declarations of curses.
The activist did not stop at questioning the pastor’s statement. He went further by daring Ibiyeomie to direct the alleged curse towards him.
His reaction quickly became another subject of discussion across Nigerian social media platforms.
For VDM, the issue was not simply about a disagreement with a pastor. He used the opportunity to question what he considers the misuse of religious influence.
VDM Accuses Some Pastors of Using Fear to Influence Church Members
Beyond his direct confrontation with Pastor Ibiyeomie, VeryDarkMan also used the opportunity to discuss what he considers a wider problem within some religious communities.
The activist accused certain religious leaders of making their followers believe that pastors possess supernatural powers that ordinary people cannot question.
According to VDM, such statements can create unnecessary fear, particularly among older people and parents who may believe that speaking against a pastor could bring misfortune upon them or their families.
He suggested that religious leaders should encourage people to understand their faith rather than make them afraid of questioning certain declarations.
VDM also questioned the practice of some pastors allegedly threatening church members with hardship when they fail to pay tithes and offerings.
He referenced biblical teachings about blessing people who persecute believers rather than cursing them.
His argument was that religious leaders should demonstrate the values they teach their followers.
However, these are VDM’s personal allegations and opinions. They should not be treated as independently established facts about Pastor Ibiyeomie or other religious leaders.
VDM Questions Pastor Ibiyeomie’s Alleged One Million Dollar Donation
Another interesting part of the disagreement involved an alleged claim that Pastor Ibiyeomie once gave God one million dollars.
VeryDarkMan questioned the claim and challenged the pastor’s account of the alleged donation.
The activist raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the reported donation, including the pastor’s financial position at the time.
This added another dimension to the controversy, moving the discussion beyond the issue of curses and into questions about financial claims made by religious personalities.
However, the allegation concerning the one million dollar donation has not been independently established in the reports reviewed for this article.
It is therefore important to distinguish between what VDM alleged and what has been independently verified.
Nigerians React to the Exchange Between VDM and Pastor Ibiyeomie
As expected, the disagreement attracted reactions from Nigerians across social media.
Some users supported VeryDarkMan, arguing that influential religious leaders should be open to questions and criticism.
Others criticised the activist’s approach, maintaining that disagreements involving religious leaders should be handled with respect.
Some social media users also questioned the pastor’s choice of words, arguing that religious leaders should be careful when making statements that could be interpreted as threats against people who disagree with them.
Others defended the pastor, suggesting that his comments should be understood within the context of his religious beliefs and spiritual convictions.
The different reactions demonstrate how sensitive conversations involving religion can become in Nigeria.
Religion remains an important part of everyday life for millions of Nigerians. Consequently, statements made by influential pastors often attract attention far beyond the walls of their churches.
The disagreement has also renewed conversations about the relationship between religious authority and freedom of expression.
Who Is VeryDarkMan?
VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, is a Nigerian social media activist and internet personality known for his outspoken views on social issues.
He became widely recognised for making videos addressing alleged misconduct, social injustice, celebrity controversies and issues involving public figures.
His communication style is direct and often controversial, making him one of the most discussed personalities in Nigeria’s online entertainment and social commentary space.
Over the years, VDM has confronted celebrities, business personalities, religious figures and other influential Nigerians over issues he believes deserve public attention.
His supporters often describe him as someone willing to question powerful individuals. However, his critics argue that his approach can sometimes be confrontational.
Regardless of the different opinions surrounding him, his ability to generate public conversations has made him a prominent personality in Nigeria’s social media environment.
Who Is Pastor David Ibiyeomie?
Pastor David Ibiyeomie is the founder and senior pastor of Salvation Ministries, a Christian church headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
He is a prominent Nigerian preacher known for his teachings on faith, prosperity, prayer and Christian living.
Through Salvation Ministries, he has built a large religious following, with church activities and programmes attracting worshippers from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
His influence within the Christian community means that his public statements often attract significant attention.
The latest controversy involving VeryDarkMan has therefore placed his remarks under public scrutiny, with Nigerians debating the responsibilities that come with religious leadership.
What Happens Next?
One major question Nigerians are asking is whether Pastor David Ibiyeomie will respond directly to VeryDarkMan’s challenge.
As of November 3, 2026, the reports reviewed establish VDM’s challenge and the pastor’s earlier remarks, but do not establish a direct response from Ibiyeomie to the challenge.
The disagreement could continue to attract attention, particularly if either personality makes another public statement.
For now, the discussion remains focused on the pastor’s comments about cursing critics and VDM’s decision to challenge those claims publicly.
It is also important to remember that claims about the supernatural consequences of curses cannot be established simply through social media arguments.
Conclusion
The confrontation between VeryDarkMan and Pastor David Ibiyeomie has once again demonstrated how quickly disagreements involving influential Nigerians can become major online discussions.
While VDM believes religious leaders should be questioned when their statements attract public attention, others believe criticism should be expressed with greater respect, particularly when religious beliefs are involved.
Beyond the personalities, the controversy raises important questions about religious leadership, freedom of expression and accountability.
Whether Pastor Ibiyeomie will respond to VDM’s challenge remains to be seen. However, the disagreement has already generated significant public interest and is likely to remain a subject of conversation among Nigerians.
What is your opinion? Was VeryDarkMan right to challenge Pastor Ibiyeomie, or should he have approached the matter differently? Share your thoughts in the comments.