Former Big Brother Naija reality star Tochukwu ‘Tochi’ Okechukwu has ignited online buzz after weighing in on the trending clash between entrepreneur Blord and controversial social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) over the alleged iPhone 17 saga. The outspoken influencer shared a series of thought-provoking remarks on Instagram, subtly throwing shade at VDM while questioning the authenticity of modern-day activism.
In his now-viral Instagram story, Tochi appeared to criticize those who claim to be activists but are motivated by personal fame or financial gains rather than genuine change. He wrote:
“You’re not an activist just because you’re stubborn. True activism takes discipline. Now that you’ve made a little money, suddenly the nation’s problems have turned into an obsession with the iPhone 17. Back when you were in your room, drinking pure water, you actually made sense.”
The reality TV star didn’t stop there. He further took aim at what he described as the growing hypocrisy in social media spaces, where individuals use activism as a cover for attention-seeking and personal branding. His statement continued:
“All these flashy phones and gadgets you’re flaunting. It’s all just noise. You’re not different from the rest of them — same game, same hypocrisy. You just want to sell your market.”
Tochi’s remarks come amid a heated social media dispute between Blord and VeryDarkMan. The controversy began when Blord was accused of marketing a refurbished iPhone XR as an iPhone 17 Pro Max, a move that sparked outrage online. VeryDarkMan, known for his bold online activism, publicly confronted Blord, accusing him of exploiting buyers and inflating prices. However, Blord responded by defending his brand and calling VDM’s accusations baseless, intensifying the drama.
The ongoing feud has since divided netizens, with some backing VDM’s efforts to expose alleged scams, while others feel he has lost credibility and shifted focus from advocacy to online sensationalism. Tochi’s comment seems to echo the latter opinion, suggesting that fame and wealth may have diluted the passion behind VDM’s activism.
Social media users have since flooded comment sections with mixed reactions. Some applauded Tochi for speaking up and calling out performative activism, while others criticized him for fueling the controversy. Regardless, his post has added another layer to the viral saga, sparking a wider conversation about the integrity of influencers and activists in the digital era.
As the feud between Blord and VeryDarkMan continues to dominate headlines, Tochi’s post serves as a subtle yet sharp reminder that true activism, according to him, is rooted in consistency, humility, and discipline—not in fame or flashy displays of wealth.
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