In a video that surfaced on Arise News on Thursday, June 6, 2026, the online personality Martin Vincent Ortse, widely recognized as Very Dark Man, revealed a significant past interaction with the movement associated with musician and activist Seun Kuti. Ortse stated that he had received a direct invitation to join this movement. However, he ultimately declined the offer, citing fundamental disagreements with their prevailing political ideology and strategic approach.
This assertion was made by Very Dark Man in direct response to ongoing public criticism leveled against him by Seun Kuti. The musician had been vocal in questioning and criticizing Very Dark Man’s methodologies and effectiveness as an online influencer and community organizer.
Adding a layer of contention to the public discourse, Very Dark Man addressed a specific claim made by Seun Kuti. Kuti had publicly stated that he had never extended an invitation to Very Dark Man to join his movement. Very Dark Man vehemently refuted this claim, labeling it as untrue and asserting his ability to provide concrete evidence, specifically video proof, to substantiate his account.
He elaborated on this point, quoting himself as saying, “Seun said that he never asked me to join, right, and then I brought out that video. Boom. You asked me to join. You literally begged me to join, but I refuse because I don’t like their own idea of politics.” This direct quote underscores the perceived insincerity of Kuti’s denial and highlights the core reason for Ortse’s refusal.
Further detailing his divergence from Seun Kuti’s movement, Very Dark Man explained his objections to their approach to humanitarian efforts. He indicated that members of Kuti’s movement had reportedly criticized him for taking proactive steps to directly assist citizens, a practice he contrasted with their preference for waiting for government intervention. Ortse articulated his belief that the collective responsibility of building and improving Nigeria should not be solely reliant on governmental action, and that immediate, hands-on assistance was more effective than adhering to a specific political timetable or outcome.
Despite the current public disagreement and differing viewpoints on societal change, Very Dark Man expressed that he continues to hold Seun Kuti in high regard. However, he remains firm in his decision not to align himself with Kuti’s political ideology. Very Dark Man characterized their present conflict as stemming from a fundamental difference in their philosophies regarding the most effective pathways to achieving positive change in Nigeria. He emphasized that his personal modus operandi is rooted in promoting accountability and direct action, rather than engaging in what he perceives as conventional party politics.
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