Nigerian social media personality Saida Boj has weighed in on the persistent online verbal sparring between online activist Verydarkman and Afrobeats superstar Davido, strongly advising the singer to refrain from directly engaging with his critic.
In a recent viral video, Saida Boj challenged Verydarkman’s notion that his “Ratel movement” could stand comparison to Davido’s globally recognized “30BG” fan base, asserting a clear disparity in their levels of influence and reach. She expressed disappointment at Verydarkman’s public attacks on Davido, especially given the singer’s past association with him.
The Quest for Recognition
Saida Boj highlighted her belief that Verydarkman is actively seeking a direct response from Davido. According to her, a direct engagement from the Afrobeats star would inadvertently grant the activist the validation and elevated status he appears to crave.
“Verydarkman genuinely wants Davido to answer him, that’s the core of it,” Saida Boj stated. “If Davido responds to him now, it would effectively elevate him to a perceived equal standing.”
She further clarified that Davido’s silence should not be misinterpreted as an inability to respond. Instead, it is typically individuals within the singer’s immediate circle or team who address Verydarkman’s allegations, rather than Davido himself taking on the task.
Background to the Controversy
The online activist has reportedly been critical of Davido, particularly following allegations surrounding the singer’s alleged involvement in the controversy surrounding the late artist Mohbad’s arrest. These past remarks have fueled the ongoing tension between the two public figures.
Ultimately, Saida Boj’s counsel to Davido is to maintain his silence, emphasizing that withholding a direct response would deny Verydarkman the satisfaction and public recognition he is reportedly seeking.