- Lil Smart shared video evidence of alleged assault against him by Zinoleesky and Naira Marley
- Netizens reacted with scepticism, questioning the authenticity of Lil Smart's claims
- A counter video emerged, showing Zinoleesky getting out of a car and being spotted by a fan
Nigerian dancer Lil Smart has shared video evidence alleging that Naira Marley and Zinoleesky assaulted him.
The controversy began earlier in December when Lil Smart accused Zinoleesky and Naira Marley of assault and kidnapping. The allegations led to widespread speculation about Zinoleesky's involvement in the death of Mobad.
Lil Smart had earlier vowed that the world would see if he gets justice or not following his allegations of assault and kidnapping against Zinoleesky and Naira Marley.
However, a new twist emerged when Lil Smart was accused of receiving 1 million naira from a public critic, Very Dark Man, who attempted to intervene in the matter.
The release of the video evidence has ignited an uproar among netizens, with many questioning the authenticity of Lil Smart's claims. Some have pointed out inconsistencies in his story, including a counter video that appears to show Zinoleesky getting out of a car and being spotted by a fan.
The counter video has raised more questions than answers, with many wondering why Zinoleesky got out of the car and what his intentions were.
In a recent development, Lil Smart made a video recounting his harrowing experience and seeking justice. He revealed that he had been threatened by VeryDarkMan, who initially offered to help him.
Lil Smart expressed his frustration, stating that his life is at risk and that he is mentally stressed. He announced that he no longer wishes to pursue the case and only desires to be safe. Although he appreciated Very Dark Man's N1 million donation to support his case, he stated that he feels overwhelmed.
Subsequently, VeryDarkMan responded by sharing evidence of Lil Smart's lawyer's proposed resolution to Naira Marley's management, seeking an end to the issue, a public apology, a non-pursuit of legal action, and closure with confidentiality.
He accused Lil Smart of using the situation for clout, even monetizing the situation with his Instagram post by promoting people's products for his over 200,000 views. VDM urged Nigerians to demand justice, adding that Lil Smart should be held accountable for allegedly lying and creating a false narrative.
As the debate rages on, netizens remain divided, with some defending Lil Smart's account and others dismissing it as fabricated
Meanwhile, Zinoleesky appears to be focusing on his music career, announcing plans to release a new single titled "Free Me from Hate." The song's theme seems to resonate with his current situation as he navigates the backlash from Lil Smart's allegations.
Netizens react to the saga
The comment section has been a battleground, with netizens reacting with a mix of humour, aggression, and confusion. The debate has been intense, with some defending VeryDarkMan, others supporting Lil Smart, and many more stuck in the middle, unsure of whom to believe. The drama has unfolded like an epic Christmas special, leaving everyone entertained and invested in the outcome.
TheRadar compiled some reactions below:
@Hardeywealth001 posted: “Nah NM and Zino I blame pass for this matter. Mk dem give this guy lawsuit mk e tey for prison”
@Vandex48 posted: “This video no hold water abeg. Can you prove that he’s the one in blue?
Where’s the video of bike men chasing you?
With the way Zino moved, does it look like anyone was being chased?
Why did the guys in the convoy not come out and chase him?
There’s no truth to this rest”
@enricodaveed posted: “VDM should never have gotten involved in this guys P. My thoughts sha”
@ChiemezieAndy posted: “But why did you tendered an apology
Since you have evidence against him
Why are you afraid”
@lordwarice commented: “lol where is the part where they kidnapped you? And took you to the bush? For all I see is Zino come out of his car ran out and went back in his car”
@WeareFc2 posted: “He’s the guy on blue cus it’s same blue cloth he wore when he show the video of his injuries. I don’t know why people covering truth. VDM is even threatening him too. People saying where the video of the kidnap as if he knows that they will attack him.”
“....... U re mad. So u expect him to show u the video as if say he knows that the will attack him. You guys are just fools. Even the guy doing the video is hiding sef. U guys eh. So because of fav u go see black call ham white. Nawa Ooh.”
@JVenture4life posted: “Who we go believe now ?”
@AnthonyCJ01 posted: “Oga vdm Na better person
Is like you people like sentiments
The guy no get respect at all
Upon wasting his time and 1m he sent to these guy, and he’s showing up with shit, and you are telling him to wait so u can speak with his friend and that was vdm offend right??”
@Danielbeloved28 posted: “VDM = Very Demonic Man
The same person who claims to be an activist is threatening and oppressing people. What a joke! I’ve never approved of that clout chasing whining egotistical self-deluded imp called VDM! Shameless creature!”
@palmerbri4 responded: “Change your name to dull egwu”
Speed Darlington might spend Christmas, New Year in detention —VeryDarkMan
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that popular social media activist Martins Ortse, popularly known as VeryDarKMan, revealed that controversial singer Speed Darlington might spend the Christmas and New Year holidays in detention.
Speed Darlington has been in and out of police detention over alleged defamation of Afrobeats singer Burna Boy, and after regaining freedom, was rearrested two weeks ago for allegedly jumping bail over his defamation saga with Burna Boy. Still in detention, his lawyer had earlier accused the police of refusing to release the singer.