Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has publicly thrown her weight behind controversial activist and social commentator VeryDarkMan, delivering a passionate message that has sparked intense reactions online.
In a heartfelt statement shared with her followers, Rita Edochie praised VDM for his courage, resilience, and willingness to speak up against injustice despite constant criticism and backlash.
According to the actress, her late father-in-law once told her:
“If you are not important, nobody will talk about you.”
Using those words as a reflection on VeryDarkMan’s growing influence, she stated that many Nigerians may not fully understand the sacrifices VDM has made in his fight for accountability and justice.
Rita Edochie described VDM as someone who is willing to “create more enemies just for the right thing to be done,” questioning why he continues to face so much hate despite his activism.
She also addressed criticisms claiming that VDM targets only Igbo businessmen, insisting that Nigerians should reflect deeply before jumping to conclusions.
The actress went further to offer prayers and encouragement to the social media activist, saying that those spreading false narratives and injustice against him would eventually be forced to apologise.
In her emotional message, Rita Edochie suggested that VeryDarkMan had been spiritually prepared for his mission, adding that his efforts toward seeking justice for Nigerians would not be in vain.
Her statement has since gone viral across social media platforms, with supporters hailing her for boldly speaking out in defense of VDM.
Many fans believe Rita Edochie’s support adds credibility and validation to the activist’s movement, especially at a time when debates surrounding his methods and outspoken nature continue to divide public opinion online.
Social Media Reactions
Supporters of VeryDarkMan have flooded comment sections praising Rita Edochie for standing by him publicly, while critics continue to question some of VDM’s approaches and controversies.
One thing remains clear: the conversation around VeryDarkMan continues to grow, and his influence in Nigeria’s online activism space shows no sign of slowing down.
