VDM Fires Back at Falana Over NBA Conference Invitation: “Son of Nobody Was Invited”
Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has responded to criticism from human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, over the decision of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to invite him as a panelist at its 2026 Annual General Conference.
VDM expressed disappointment with Falana’s reported objection to his invitation, suggesting that the criticism was driven by the fact that “the son of nobody was invited.”
The invitation of the controversial social media personality to participate in the prestigious lawyers’ conference has generated debate, with reactions divided over whether VDM should be given a platform at the event.
While some have questioned his suitability as a panelist at an NBA conference, VDM has defended his participation and pushed back against the criticism.
The controversy has continued to attract attention online, placing the NBA’s decision and the broader debate over social media activism, public discourse and professional platforms in the spotlight.
