A Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has issued an interim order restraining social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), actress Doris Ogala, and one Kelvin Chimaobi Emmanuel from making any references to Pastor Dr. Chris Okafor or his ministry on social media or other platforms.
The order was granted on Thursday by Justice M. A. Savage, pending the hearing and determination of a substantive suit filed by the cleric against the three individuals.
Details of the Restraint
The court specifically barred the defendants and their agents from:
1) Mentioning or referring to Dr. Chris Okafor, his church (Grace Nation International, also known as Liberation City), or using his images, videos, or pictures in any content, whether oral or written.
2) Publishing or releasing any private materials—including chats, texts, pictures, or videos—related to the claimant.
3) Releasing to the public any alleged materials intended for blackmail or extortion against Okafor.
Background of the Case
The case, with suit number ID/14399GCMW/2026, names Doris Ogala as the first defendant, VDM as the second defendant, and Kelvin Emmanuel as the third defendant.
Dr. Okafor’s lawyer, Mr. Ife Ajayi, filed the ex-parte application under Order 43 of the High Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) Rules 2019, seeking urgent relief to protect his client’s reputation and privacy.
Court Proceedings and Next Steps
Justice Savage also approved an order for substituted service, allowing the claimant’s court documents to be served via newspaper publication.
The case has been adjourned to February 2, 2026, for further hearing.