Renowned Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has filed a ₦1.1 billion defamation lawsuit against social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) over allegations he made against her online.
The lawsuit comes after VeryDarkMan accused Chinwo of financial misconduct and breaching contracts with her former record label. In response, her legal team has dismissed these allegations as false, malicious, and damaging to her reputation.
Details of the Lawsuit
Mercy Chinwo is demanding the following from VeryDarkMan:
- ₦1 billion in general damages
- ₦100 million in punitive and aggravated damages
- ₦25 million to cover legal expenses
- Removal of the alleged defamatory posts
- A public apology and retractions published in major newspapers
The singer, known for her hit songs like Excess Love and Obinasom, has built a strong reputation in the gospel music industry. Her legal action signals a firm stance against online defamation and character assassination.
As the case unfolds, all eyes will be on the court proceedings to see how the matter is resolved.
