⚡Gadgets, Grit & Gbas Gbos: The Full Story of VDM vs Blord

In partnership with

In today’s issue: Two powerful online figures — VeryDarkMan and Blord — are locked in a fiery public battle that’s shaking the internet. From gadget pricing to accusations of fraud and even leaked videos, this isn’t just gist. It’s a war over truth, ego, and influence.

💡 Check out our sponsor before you scroll — support keeps us publishing.

The Daily Newsletter for Intellectually Curious Readers

Join over 4 million Americans who start their day with 1440 – your daily digest for unbiased, fact-centric news. From politics to sports, we cover it all by analyzing over 100 sources. Our concise, 5-minute read lands in your inbox each morning at no cost. Experience news without the noise; let 1440 help you make up your own mind. Sign up now and invite your friends and family to be part of the informed.

Join for free today!

The Clash Begins

It all started when VDM (VeryDarkMan) called out Blord over the price of his so-called iPhone 17 XR remodel, which Blord listed for ₦450,000.

VDM wasn’t having it.
He dragged Blord publicly, saying the phone was barely worth ₦280,000, and accused him of “playing smart” with Nigerians who hustle daily to afford gadgets.

In typical VDM fashion, he didn’t stop there — he questioned Blord’s integrity, his crypto empire, and even his fintech app Billpoint, claiming it secretly collects users’ BVN and NIN for shady use.

That one statement turned what looked like a product argument into a full-blown moral war.

Blord Strikes Back

Blord — real name Linus Williams — didn’t take it lightly. The businessman, known for his flashy lifestyle and investments in crypto, clapped back with receipts, screenshots, and social shade.

He accused VDM of envy, saying:

But instead of cooling down, the heat went nuclear.

Blord allegedly leaked a private video of VDM online — an explicit clip that many believe was meant to humiliate him.
VDM, defiant as ever, turned it around, saying:

That statement alone broke the internet. Fans were split — some praised his boldness, others said he had crossed into dangerous territory.

From Gadgets to Legal Grenades

The feud quickly spiraled beyond iPhones and insults.

• VDM accused Billpoint, Blord’s fintech app, of data fraud and money laundering.

• Blord allegedly planned to mount a billboard in Abuja to “expose” VDM — saying, “I’ll make sure his mama sees am.”

• Somewhere in the chaos, Blord’s Instagram page got taken down, and both sides began threatening lawsuits and “federal action.”

And just when Nigerians thought it couldn’t get wilder, another layer dropped:
Reports surfaced that VDM’s actions in China — sending explicit content — could actually violate Chinese laws. Meaning, this street feud might come with international consequences.

The Bigger Picture

This isn’t just two men fighting. It’s a mirror of the new-age influencer economy — where online presence equals power, and controversy equals currency.

VDM stands as the self-styled “voice of the people,” taking aim at fraud, exploitation, and fake lifestyles.
Blord, on the other hand, represents the digital hustler — rich, loud, unapologetic, and always ready to show receipts.

The real question is: At what point does calling out turn into clout chasing?
And when does defending your brand become defaming another person?

Both sides are now entangled in something bigger than pride — public perception, possible legal risks, and the trust of millions who watch them.

My Take

This isn’t entertainment anymore. It’s becoming a test of what social media power really means in Nigeria.

VDM might win public sympathy for “fighting corruption,” but the manner he’s fighting could backfire if authorities step in.
Blord, meanwhile, might survive the scandal — but every businessman knows: once people start questioning your integrity, money stops flowing the same way.

Two strong voices. One public arena.
And in the end, both might lose more than followers — they might lose peace.