Religious leader issues stern warning to activist VeryDarkMan, urging him to cease attacks on faith institutions and respect public figures.
Popular Nigerian cleric Bishop Ibro Zion has publicly condemned social media activist VeryDarkMan (VeryDarkBlackMan), accusing him of crossing ethical boundaries and turning his online advocacy into an disruptive stunt.
In a video statement released across digital channels, the religious leader addressed the activist directly, expressing deep concern over his increasingly aggressive stance toward churches, community figures, and established institutions.
Cleric Warns Activist Against Targeting Faith Institutions
Addressing the activist’s ongoing online commentary, Bishop Ibro Zion stated that while public accountability is important, VeryDarkMan’s recent behavior reflects a departure from constructive activism into personal harassment.
He warned that targeting religious organizations and public personalities without restraint damages public discourse and creates unnecessary division across social media communities.
“VDM, you have taken this your charade too far,” Bishop Ibro Zion declared during his address. “Activism is meant to correct societal ills with truth and justice, not to drag every respected figure or institution into the mud for social media clout.”
The bishop urged the internet personality to re-evaluate his methods, cautioning that persistent attacks on faith leaders and sacred spaces could carry severe spiritual and social consequences.
Public Reactions Division Over Social Media Activism
The religious leader’s comments follow months of intense public debates surrounding VeryDarkMan’s aggressive exposes and confrontations involving prominent celebrities, corporate brands, and religious figures.
While a section of the public views VeryDarkMan as a necessary voice challenging injustice and corporate negligence, critics increasingly align with Bishop Ibro Zion, arguing that his approach often lacks decorum and legal due process.
The broadcast has generated widespread engagement across Nigerian digital spaces, with commentators weighing the boundaries of social advocacy against the need for respect toward established religious and community leaders.
VeryDarkMan has not issued a formal response to Bishop Ibro Zion’s video statement as the conversation continues to trend across major social media platforms.







