Mid-Air Chaos: VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof Clash on Asaba–Lagos Flight

Celebrities Nov 18, 2025 0 Add to Reading List

VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof Involved in Mid-Air Altercation on Asaba–Lagos Flight
Chaos at 30,000 Feet: What Really Happened?

Nigerian social media was set ablaze on Monday after two of the country’s most outspoken online personalities, VeryDarkMan (real name Martins Vincent Otse) and Mr Jollof (Freedom Atsepoyi), turned a routine domestic flight into a scene straight out of a movie.

The drama unfolded aboard a United Nigeria Airlines aircraft scheduled to fly from Asaba, Delta State, to Lagos. Passengers had barely settled into their seats when the long-simmering online beef between the two men erupted into real-life confrontation.

From Verbal Sparring to Physical Scuffle

Eyewitnesses report that trouble started almost immediately after boarding. The two men, who ended up on the same flight by sheer coincidence (or fate), recognized each other and began trading insults across the aisle.
What began as heated words quickly escalated. According to multiple passengers who recorded portions of the incident, VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof stood up and moved toward each other, leading to a brief physical exchange — pushing, shoving, and raised voices that sent shockwaves through the cabin.
Fellow passengers described the atmosphere as tense and chaotic. “Everyone was scared. We thought it was going to get worse,” one traveler later posted online.

Flight Crew Steps In — Both Men Deboarded

Reacting swiftly to prevent further escalation and ensure passenger safety, the cabin crew, supported by the pilot’s announcement, ordered both men off the aircraft. The flight was briefly delayed as VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof were escorted out by airport security personnel.
United Nigeria Airlines confirmed in a short statement that the individuals involved were removed before takeoff in line with aviation safety protocols. Both men were reportedly questioned by airport authorities but were later released without charges.

A Feud That Refused to Stay Online

The physical clash didn’t come out of nowhere. For weeks, VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof have been engaged in a bitter war of words across Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter (X). The feud has revolved around accusations of clout-chasing, betrayal of public trust, and personal attacks on character.
Fans of both personalities have taken sides, turning comment sections into battlegrounds. Many believed the online drama would remain digital — until Monday’s flight proved otherwise.

Reactions: Self-Defense or Public Nuisance?

Shortly after being deboarded, VeryDarkMan took to his Instagram stories to give his side of the story. “I only defended myself. He charged at me first. I no fit fold,” he wrote, insisting he remained calm until provoked.
As of Tuesday morning, Mr Jollof has stayed unusually quiet on the matter, neither confirming nor denying the claims. His silence has only fueled more speculation and memes across Nigerian social media.

Aviation Authorities Launch Review

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed it is aware of the incident and is reviewing cockpit and cabin reports alongside passenger statements. Disruptive behavior on flights can lead to fines, bans from certain airlines, or even legal action under Nigeria’s aviation laws.
Sources within the industry say such incidents, though rare, are taken seriously because they endanger everyone on board.
Social Media Explodes With Memes and Hot Takes
As expected, Nigerians did not disappoint. Within hours, the incident dominated trends:
• “From timeline to tarmac”
• “Beef wey pass online”
• “United Nigeria now wrestling promotion?”
Memes, voice notes, and funny skits flooded WhatsApp, Instagram, and X. Some condemned both men for immaturity, while others praised VeryDarkMan’s “no-nonsense” energy or defended Mr Jollof’s right to confront his critic.
Popular comedian Sabinus even jumped in with a hilarious skit titled “When your online enemy enter the same flight.”
A Wake-Up Call for Influencer Accountability?
Beyond the entertainment value, many commentators are using the incident to spark broader conversations:
• Should public figures be held to higher standards, even in private spaces?
• At what point does online banter become real-world danger?
• Are airlines prepared to handle the growing number of celebrity/influencer confrontations?
One thing is clear: in Nigeria’s influencer ecosystem, where drama equals engagement, the line between content and chaos is getting thinner by the day.
Final Whistle
For now, both VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof made it back to Lagos — separately, on later flights. Whether this marks the end of It.