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Pastor Chris Okafor: Court Approves Social Media Service On VDM, Kelvin Emmanuel

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3 months ago

February 2, 2026

An Ikeja High Court has cleared the way for legal processes to be served on social media influencer, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and Kelvin Emmanuel via electronic means.

In a ruling delivered on Monday, the court, presided over by Justice Akintunde Savage, granted leave for the second and third defendants to be served via their active WhatsApp and Instagram handles.

The decision follows the absence of the defendants and their legal representation in court during the proceedings.

The case, designated ID/14399GCMW/2026, was filed by prominent Nigerian clergyman, Dr Chris Okafor, against Nollywood actress Doris Ogala (1st defendant), VDM (2nd defendant), and Emmanuel (3rd defendant).

While the claimant’s counsel, Mr Ife Ajayi, confirmed that originating processes had already been published in the Vanguard newspaper due to a lack of known physical addresses for the defendants, the court shifted to electronic service to ensure the defendants are formally put on notice.

The motion for electronic service was brought forward by the counsel to Doris Ogala, Mr Nathan Atulonah.

Despite initial concerns from the claimant’s counsel regarding potential denials of receipt, Justice Savage ruled in favour of the modern approach.

“Leave is hereby granted to the first defendant to serve the second and the third defendants on their WhatsApp, Instagram, and other active social media accounts,” Justice Savage declared.

The Judge further mandated that the court sheriff must confirm proof of service before the next hearing.

This development follows a previous ex parte injunction granted on January 22, 2026. The court had strictly restrained VDM, Ogala, and Emmanuel from mentioning or referring to Dr Chris Okafor or his church, Grace Nation International (Liberation City), on any media platform, publishing private materials, including chats, images, or videos related to the cleric, and releasing any materials allegedly intended for blackmail or extortion.

The case has been adjourned until February 25, 2026, for the proof of service to be presented and for the hearing of preliminary objections.

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Why I Stopped Attending Church Service – Funke Akindele

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Famous Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has opened up on why she lost interest in attending church service.

The actress who made the revelation in a Snapchat video on Sunday, stated that she stopped going to church because attention often shifted to her rather than the service.

While explaining that she’s always the one they take pictures of, the actress said she now joins church service online.

Akindele said “Anytime I go to church, I am always the one they take pictures of. So I will join online.”

Recall that in 2022, Akindele openly identified herself with the Celestial Church of Christ.

“Every time I have challenges I go to the Celestial church quietly at night for solutions. But I have to stop hiding and publicly identify with the church”, she said.

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‘My Mum Started Quoting Bible’ — Shank Sparks Debate After Tattoo Confession

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Popular Nigerian content creator, Shank has stirred reactions online after opening up about a personal clash with his mother over tattoos, while also revealing a fresh body ink linked to his “Lit Gang” identity.

The revelation surfaced in a recent viral video shared on his social platforms, where he recounted the moment he tattooed his mother’s name, “Oluremi,” on his arm.

According to him, what he expected to be an emotional moment quickly turned tense.

“The day I tattooed my mum’s name on my arm, she started crying and quoting Bible,” Shank said.

He explained that his mother strongly opposed the act, citing religious reasons and warning him against marking his body.

“She told me, ‘did I ask you to draw my name? I don’t like it. Don’t do tattoo again. God said don’t mark your body,’” he recalled.

Shank, however, said he challenged her stance by pointing out what he described as a contradiction.

“I asked her, if you say I should leave my body the way God created it, why do you shave your hair? You that shave hair and me that draw tattoo, we are committing the same sin,” he added.

The content creator used the moment to advise young people navigating similar situations with parents, stressing the importance of independence when making personal decisions.

“Just make sure you’re independent before doing what your parents are not comfortable with,” he said.

Amid the conversation, Shank also unveiled a new tattoo on his back with the inscription “Lit Gang,” a move that has further fueled reactions among fans.

While some social media users backed his arguement on personal choice and self-expression, others sided with his mother, citing cultural and religious concerns about body markings.

The development has continued to generate debate online, highlighting the growing tension between traditional beliefs and modern youth culture in Nigeria’s entertainment space.

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Drama As Eniola Badmus Challenges Funke Akindele To Celebrity Boxing Fight

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Popular Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, has challenged Funke Akindele to a celebrity boxing fight.

This came a few hours after Nigerian streamer, Carter Efe defeated Portable in a celebrity boxing match.

Carter Efe defeated Portable on Friday to win the N50 million prize.

Following Carter’s victory, E-Money, a Lagos-based socialist gifted him N50 to celebrate his win.

Prior to the match, popular talent manager, and music executive, Soso Soberekon, gave N40 million to Carter Efe and Portable each.

However, speaking in a now viral post on her Instagram page, Eniola Badmus challenged Funke Akindele to a boxing fight and called on E-Money and Soso Soberekon to sponsor the match.

She wrote “Funke Akindele, let’s get on the boxing ring. It’s about time. Soso, E-Money, let’s get to it. No time. Money has to be made.”