The Rivers State Police Command has arrested the controversial social media personality widely known as “Veryblackman” (also identified as Veryblackman of Port Harcourt or VeryDarkMan’s brother) following allegations that he threatened the life of Nigerian comedian and reality television star, DeeOne.
The suspect was taken into custody on Saturday after he reportedly ignored prior invitations from law enforcement. Following his arrest in Rivers State, he was immediately transferred to Lagos on Sunday to face further questioning and investigation.
The Origin of the Threat
The feud between the two online figures reached a boiling point in June 2026, when Veryblackman allegedly threatened to kill DeeOne. The hostility reportedly stemmed from DeeOne’s public criticism of the prominent and polarizing commentator, VeryDarkMan, of whom the suspect is a dedicated supporter and “Ratel” group member.
Following the threats, a wave of condemnation swept across social media. Prominent Nigerian celebrities and media personalities, including Mario Wazobia and Broda Mike, voiced their concerns and actively called on security agencies to intervene and arrest the suspect.
DeeOne Reacts to the Police Intervention
Reacting to the swift development, an elated DeeOne shared the news with his followers on Instagram, praising the efficiency of the law enforcement officers involved in the operation.
“Arrested and swift to Lagos! Next time you won’t threaten someone’s life. Kudos to the Nigerian Police for doing their job,” DeeOne wrote.
The suspect remains in police custody in Lagos as authorities continue their investigation into the matter, signaling a growing intolerance by law enforcement for online harassment and physical threats.