Nigerian music producer Samklef, known for his no-holds-barred takes on trending issues, has taken aim at social media activist Vincent Otse Matins, popularly known as VDM. The controversy erupted after VDM claimed his NGO’s account was hacked, resulting in N180 million being stolen. He later revealed it was a prank meant to test Nigerians’ reactions, a move that sparked widespread outrage online.
Samklef, whose real name is Samuel Oguachuba, weighed in on the saga with a tweet that criticized VDM’s motives and manipulative tendencies. According to Samklef, VDM’s plan to divert the money backfired when Nigerians saw through his scheme. He wrote:
“VDM’s days are numbered—only fools will support a manipulative person who once called them stupid. 😂 He never dares to call out Davido or his people but is quick to target others like Burna Boy and Wizkid. His plan was to divert the money, but when Nigerians caught on, he claimed it was just a prank. Only fools will believe a fool. 2025: The Year of Lamentation!”
The comment sparked a flurry of reactions from netizens, many of whom agreed with Samklef’s stance. Critics of VDM labeled him a manipulator, while others questioned the sincerity of his activism.
One user wrote, “VDM is a manipulator no cap,” while another added, “In life, transparency is key. But a lot of people are biased when it comes to their favorites.”
The backlash against VDM extended beyond the prank itself, with users accusing him of hypocrisy and using public funds for personal gain. Allegations that VDM secretly purchased a house for his mother further fueled the controversy.
Samklef’s criticism comes on the heels of his previous feud with VDM over other high-profile cases, including the Speed Darlington versus Burna Boy incident. It’s clear that the music producer is not backing down from calling out the activist, as Nigerians continue to debate the implications of VDM’s controversial prank.
