Nigerian rapper and activist Falz has responded fiercely to social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) following the latter’s defamatory claims linking Falz and his father, Femi Falana, to a bribery scheme involving Bobrisky. During his appearance on the Afrobeats Podcast, Falz addressed the controversy head-on, making it clear that he would not tolerate false accusations that damage his reputation.
Reflecting on VDM’s accusations, Falz did not mince words, saying: “This guy [VDM] made such serious allegations without a shred of evidence. When we confronted him, rather than apologize, he doubled down. It’s incredibly disrespectful and downright dangerous.”
VDM had shared a widely circulated audio implicating Falz and his father in a scheme to secure a presidential pardon for Bobrisky in exchange for money. Falz expressed his frustration at VDM’s refusal to retract the claims, even after being served a legal notice. “He challenged me to take the matter to court,” Falz recalled, adding with conviction, “If you want trouble, I’ll give you trouble! I’m not one to back down when it comes to protecting my name.”
On the criminal aspect of defamation, Falz emphasized that he could have pursued more serious legal action, but chose not to. “There’s a criminal angle to defamation, but I didn’t go that route. I just want him to understand that actions have consequences.”
Falz made it clear that if VDM fails to retract his statements, there will be further legal implications. “I’m prepared to take this all the way if he doesn’t retract and apologize. You don’t just throw baseless accusations and think it won’t affect people.”
As this heated feud continues, all eyes are on Falz and VDM to see how the situation will unfold. Falz has made it clear: he’s ready for a fight if necessary. “This isn’t just about me. You don’t get to ruin people’s reputations without consequences,” he concluded.
As this legal battle between Falz and VeryDarkMan (VDM) continues to unfold, it sets a precedent for the potential consequences of spreading baseless accusations in the public sphere. Falz’s willingness to take legal action highlights the importance of accountability, especially when reputations are at stake. His strong stance not only defends his personal integrity but also serves as a broader message about the dangers of misinformation and defamation in today’s media landscape.
With both public figures holding their ground, the resolution of this case could be a turning point in how social media influencers and public figures handle such controversies moving forward. Whether VDM retracts his claims or the case heads to court, this feud is a reminder that words hold power—and in this digital age, they can have real-world consequences.
