Social commentator and activist, VeryDarkMan, has publicly criticized reality TV star and billionaire heir, Kiddwaya, for soliciting public donations to aid victims of the recent attack in Yelwata, Benue State.
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Kiddwaya had posted an appeal on X (formerly Twitter), urging Nigerians to contribute funds to support the affected community. However, the post drew significant backlash from the public, prompting him to delete it shortly after.
In response, VeryDarkMan posted a video on X condemning Kiddwaya’s appeal, calling it ironic coming from someone widely known for flaunting his wealth. The activist questioned the sincerity behind Kiddwaya’s gesture and suggested that he should have personally funded the relief effort if his concern was genuine.
“You just quickly do one write-up, next thing you drop account number. How would you know what the Benue people need when you’ve never even been there? You just sit wherever you are, write one nonsense letter, and post an account,” VeryDarkMan said.
“I’m glad Nigerians called you out to the point that you had to delete the post—it made me happy. You’re always bragging about your wealth, rubbing it in people’s faces. Now, you suddenly want the same people to donate?”
He also issued a stern warning to NGOs, cautioning them against taking advantage of the crisis by collecting donations under the guise of providing food relief. According to VeryDarkMan, the primary issue facing the people of Benue is not hunger but insecurity.
“To every NGO planning to use this situation for fundraising—Benue people are not starving. The problem is not food; it’s insecurity. You collect money claiming you’re bringing relief, then you show up with rice, beans, and garri. That’s not what they need.”
He proposed a more structured response, calling for the establishment of community vigilante groups approved by the Inspector General of Police.
“If local government leaders can organize vigilantes and get official approval for arms, then we can post an account number online and ask Nigerians to contribute—even if it’s just ₦5. This is not the time for silence. Everyone has a role to play.”
