
The social media space erupted in shock today after controversial activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) issued a fiery ultimatum to the Dangote Group, vowing to shut down their operations in Edo State if anything happens to the sister of reality TV star Phyna.
Phyna, the Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, had earlier taken to social media to lament that her sister was battling for her life in a Lagos hospital, claiming she had been abandoned without proper medical attention. The revelation quickly sparked outrage, with fans and sympathizers questioning why such a critical case could be neglected in one of Nigeria’s biggest cities.
But it was VDM’s intervention that escalated the issue into a full-blown standoff. In a viral video released today, the outspoken critic did not mince words as he warned that if Phyna’s sister loses her life, the consequences would be dire.
> “Even though Phyna betrayed me, if her sister loses her life, we will stop the operation of Dangote in Edo State — except if I die before that time,” VDM declared, his voice heavy with emotion.
The comment has since set the internet ablaze, trending across Twitter (X) and Instagram, as Nigerians debate both the gravity of the allegation and the audacity of his threat. Many noted that despite his fallout with Phyna, VDM appeared determined to put personal differences aside to fight what he describes as “institutional neglect and corporate irresponsibility.”
The Dangote Group, which has massive industrial stakes in Edo State, including cement production, has not yet responded to the threat. However, analysts warn that VDM’s statement — if backed by action — could trigger serious unrest in a region where unemployment and youth agitation already run high.
Phyna herself has remained relatively silent after her initial post, but close sources say her family is “overwhelmed and praying for a miracle.”
This incident adds another layer to the stormy relationship between Phyna and VDM, who have previously clashed publicly over accusations of ingratitude and betrayal. Yet, in this critical moment, VDM’s declaration underscores his reputation for placing activism above personal rifts.
As Nigerians watch anxiously, the burning question remains: will Dangote intervene to ensure Phyna’s sister receives adequate care, or will this situation spiral into a dangerous confrontation?