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The court has postponed the Falanas’ lawsuit against VDM until January 2025.
A Lagos High Court has adjourned the hearing of a defamation suit involving social media influencer Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), until January 23, 2025. This case was initiated by human rights activist Femi Falana and his son, Folarin Falana, famously known as Falz.
During the court proceedings, VDM appeared in traditional red attire, accompanied by supporters, while the Falanas were notably absent. The hearing was postponed due to the absence of critical applications in the court file, necessitating the adjournment.
Earlier, on October 14, Judge Matthias Dawodu addressed an ex parte application from the Falanas, asserting their legal rights to protection against slander. The court mandated that VDM remove a particular video deemed defamatory, which he had posted on September 24, 2023. Furthermore, the judge ordered him to refrain from disseminating any additional defamatory material concerning the Falanas until the case is resolved. All relevant legal documents are to be served to VDM through his attorney, Deji Adeyanju.
The Falanas have sought N500 million each in damages, citing VDM’s allegations that they received N10 million from Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, to influence judicial proceedings. They contend that VDM knowingly published unfounded claims that have adversely affected their reputations, with the alleged defamatory content still circulating on his social media accounts.
In response to the court’s ruling, VDM has sought permission to appeal. He argues that a denial of this request would constitute a miscarriage of justice, emphasizing the importance of appellate court review in safeguarding the legal process and ensuring judicious outcomes.
As this case progresses, it underscores the ongoing complexities at the intersection of social media, defamation, and legal accountability in today’s digital landscape.
On Friday, May 16, 2025, Princess Opeyemi Bright was sworn in as the youngest Mayor in the United Kingdom, assuming the prestigious title of First Citizen of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham at the age of 29.
Born in the UK to Nigerian parents, Princess Bright’s election has been widely lauded as a testament to diversity, youth empowerment, and the increasing global impact of the Nigerian diaspora. Having served as a councillor since the age of 22, her ascent to mayoralty follows a legacy of public service, with her mother, Dr. Councillor Afolasade Bright, previously serving as Civic Mayor of Hackney.
Princess Bright’s success exemplifies a broader trend of Nigerians achieving prominent positions in international governance, joining the ranks of figures like Kemi Badenoch and Chi Onwurah in the UK, and others globally. Her inauguration serves as an encouragement for youth engagement in politics and underscores the vital role young people and women play in shaping public life. This historic achievement offers valuable insights for Nigerian policymakers in diaspora engagement and leadership development initiatives.
Nollywood actress Mary Njoku has recently ignited a debate regarding the necessity of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination for university admissions in Nigeria. In a statement posted on her Instagram story, Njoku questioned the need for JAMB and post-UTME, arguing that the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) should be sufficient proof of a candidate’s completion of secondary education.
Her statement comes amidst recent controversy surrounding JAMB, particularly following widespread reports of mass failures in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME). While JAMB has admitted to errors and announced retakes for affected candidates, Njoku’s questioning highlights a deeper concern regarding the redundancy and potential inefficiencies within the current university admission process. The actress’s comments add fuel to an existing debate about the effectiveness and fairness of the JAMB examination in evaluating a student’s readiness for tertiary education.
South African sensation Tyla is poised to make history as the first African personality to host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. Organizers announced the Grammy-winning artist as the host of the 2025 edition, scheduled to air live on June 21st from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.
Beyond hosting duties, Tyla has also secured two nominations: Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for “Show Me Love” with WizTheMc, and “bees & honey.”
The nominations list is topped by Kendrick Lamar, Ariana Grande, and Lady Gaga, each receiving four nods. Selena Gomez, Dwayne Johnson, Jelly Roll, and Jack Black follow closely behind with three nominations apiece.
Expressing her excitement on X, Tyla simply stated, “I’m really about to host the kids choice awards.” This landmark achievement further solidifies Tyla’s rising star on the global stage.
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