Nigerian influencer and content creator KokoPee has publicly defended activist-influencer VeryDarkMan (VDM) while accusing entrepreneur China Ross Boss of engaging in clout-chasing. The drama unfolded via a social-media post that quickly gained traction. According to reports, KokoPee made clear that the original collaborations were business-oriented and never intended to undermine China Ross Boss’s brand. Gistlover

The beef appears to stem from earlier business interactions involving VDM and China Ross Boss. China Ross Boss, known for her beauty and lifestyle brand, reportedly accused VDM of leveraging her name and business for attention. In turn, KokoPee stepped in to defend VDM’s reputation. He stated:

“We’re not trying to bring you down. It was never our plan to do so and we don’t intend to do so.” Gistlover

He also pointed out:

“You needed VDM to boost your business. Now you’re chasing clout on the internet.”

His words direct a strong claim at China Ross Boss’s motives, suggesting that she once benefited from VDM’s influence and is now publicly turning against him for online traction.

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KokoPee’s comments highlight his belief that China Ross Boss received value from the association with VDM. He argued that their working relationship was meant to elevate her brand, not to create online conflict. The influencer noted that the narrative swirling online  casting VDM as a villain is exaggerated and misrepresents the original intent of the partnership.

This incident underscores the growing complexity of influencer-brand partnerships in Nigeria’s entertainment space. What begins as a collaboration may quickly shift into a public spectacle when expectations, personal brands and social-media followings intersect. KokoPee’s defence of VDM suggests a pushback against what he sees as opportunistic behaviour in the digital age especially when an influencer or brand flips narrative mid-way to capitalise on public attention.

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Kokopee Response to China Ross Boss

Online watchers are now waiting for China Ross Boss’s response to KokoPee’s assertion. Whether she’ll address the claim of “clout-chasing” or clarify her side of the business deal remains unconfirmed. Meanwhile, VDM himself appears to have the backing of KokoPee, which could shift public sympathy in his favour at this early stage.

At its core, this affair is a cautionary tale for influencers and entrepreneurs: clear expectations, transparent agreements and aligned goals are key. As KokoPee put it

“It was never our plan to bring you down … You needed VDM to boost your business. Now you’re chasing clout on the internet.”

In the world where brand partnerships and personal influence overlap, this episode may serve as a reminder: “Once the online spotlight turns, the story no longer belongs to just the original plan.”