A recent livestream by Nigerian streamer Carter Efe has ignited a heated debate, as he publicly accused social commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) of attempting to disrupt the businesses of Igbo traders. The controversy stems from VDM’s announced intention to travel to China to directly source and sell the newly released iPhone 18 to Nigerians, bypassing local vendors.

During his Friday livestream, Carter Efe expressed strong disapproval of VDM’s venture into phone sales, a domain he claims is outside VDM’s known expertise. Efe suggested that VDM’s actions could provoke a severe backlash from the Igbo community. “VDM go do wetin them go take gather am. VDM go do wetin go take make Igbo people gather am kill am for China,” he stated, implying serious repercussions.

Efe further questioned VDM’s motives, stating, “VDM no dey sell phone o but enter China, he wan go buy phone dey sell. He wan spoil people business.” He rhetorically asked, “VDM, I never see that kind person before, you be witch?” highlighting his disbelief and suspicion regarding VDM’s sudden foray into the electronics market.

The genesis of this dispute lies in VDM’s earlier video, filmed at an Apple Store in China following the iPhone 18 launch. In the video, VDM declared his intention to facilitate direct purchases of the devices for Nigerians, aiming to counter the inflated prices often charged by local retailers. This move, intended by VDM to benefit consumers, has evidently been perceived by Carter Efe as a direct threat to established business interests. The unfolding situation underscores the complexities and sensitivities within Nigeria’s commercial landscape, particularly concerning entrepreneurial ventures that challenge existing market structures.

Recent reports circulating on social media, notably from influencer Peller, suggest that Nigerian dancer Poco Lee has been released from custody in the United Kingdom. According to Peller’s livestream, the woman who initiated the legal proceedings against Poco Lee has allegedly withdrawn her case, leading to his release.

Peller stated, “Yes o guys, Poco Lee is out. They talk say that girl that sue Poco Lee say the girl e run away from the case, say e leave the case. God go bless the girl, na God go bless am, is a good person.” He further elaborated that this withdrawal prompted the UK legal system to release the dancer.

This development follows earlier reports that Poco Lee was remanded in a UK prison facing allegations of sexual offenses, with a plea hearing anticipated in September.

It is important to note that these claims regarding the complainant’s withdrawal and Poco Lee’s subsequent release have not been independently verified by UK court or prosecution authorities. Further official confirmation is awaited.

In a recent development within the Nigerian streaming community, popular streamer Carter Efe has publicly accused fellow streamer Peller of orchestrating the permanent ban of his TikTok account. The allegation surfaced a day after Carter Efe’s account was removed from the platform due to what TikTok cited as policy violations.

In an interview with Channels TV in Lagos on Thursday night, Carter Efe directly implicated Peller in the incident. He further issued a veiled threat, stating his intention to retaliate against Peller through a close associate. Carter Efe remarked, “Na Peller hacked am. Me I don already tell am say I no dey chop people’s account but I go chop person wey dey around am,” suggesting a personal vendetta.

This developing story highlights growing tensions within the Nigerian streaming community and raises questions about accountability and platform security.