Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky has sparked outrage with his reaction to the ongoing #FreeVDM protests, where supporters are demanding the release of activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) from EFCC custody. In a post on IG on May 5, 2025, Bobrisky mocked the protesters, saying, “Them say make una wear suit for dis Nigeria hot sun go protest 😂😂😂. ABEG patronize me I don go learn tailor for UK. Just give me the contract.” The Bobrisky FreeVDM protest reaction has drawn mixed responses online, with some finding humor in his comment while others criticize his insensitivity.
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Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, responded to the #FreeVDM protests with a blend of humor and sarcasm. The protests, which began after VeryDarkMan’s arrest by the EFCC on May 2, 2025, have seen supporters take to the streets to demand his release. Bobrisky’s comment, “Them say make una wear suit for dis Nigeria hot sun go protest 😂😂😂,” pokes fun at the idea of protesters dressing formally in Nigeria’s intense heat.
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The #FreeVDM protests stem from the arrest of Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of cyberstalking and issues with his NGO’s fundraising activities. The activist has been a vocal critic of corruption, often clashing with public figures, including Bobrisky. In 2024, VeryDarkMan circulated a voice recording alleging that Bobrisky bribed EFCC officials to drop money laundering charges—a claim Bobrisky denied, calling the recording AI-generated.
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Bobrisky’s own legal troubles earlier in 2024, where he was sentenced to six months in prison for abusing the national currency, add another layer to this feud. Although a BBC report from October 2024 confirmed he served his sentence, allegations of special privileges during his imprisonment fueled further controversy. The Bobrisky FreeVDM protest reaction thus reignites tensions between the two, with Bobrisky appearing to mock VDM’s supporters while distancing himself from their cause.
