Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, has publicly defended the singer against allegations linking him to VeryDarkMan’s arrest and the controversy surrounding Naira Marley following the death of Nigerian singer Mohbad.
Israel addressed the claims in a statement shared on Instagram on Friday, following a video in which social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) discussed his fallout with Davido, Zlatan and other Nigerian entertainers.
According to VDM, the disagreements stem from differences over the campaign for justice following Mohbad’s death.
The critic claimed that his relationship with the musicians deteriorated after he obtained a WhatsApp group conversation in 2025 that allegedly linked individuals within Davido’s circle to his arrest in 2024.
VDM also claimed that he repeatedly contacted Davido seeking an explanation but did not receive a response.
Israel DMW Says Davido Had No Role in the Alleged Plot
Responding to the allegations, Israel insisted that Davido had no involvement in Naira Marley’s difficulties during the controversy surrounding Mohbad’s death.
He also denied that the singer participated in any plan to have VDM arrested.
“Dearest Nigerians, Oga had no hand in Naira Marley’s ordeals during his trying times in Mohbad’s case or in any plot to see VDM being arrested. Those who were in that WhatsApp group got there without his introduction or approval. Why would Oga be joining issues with Samklef?” Israel stated.
The logistics manager further rejected claims that Davido had requested Mohbad’s music catalogue or attempted to sign Zino to his record label.
He suggested that the people who allegedly shared those claims with VDM had misled him.
“Oga called for Mohbad’s catalogue, or even tried to sign Zino? How na? Those who told VDM that fully lied,” he added.
Israel Addresses Davido and Naira Marley’s Relationship
Israel also addressed questions about Davido’s relationship with Naira Marley during the period following Mohbad’s death.
He claimed that Davido faced pressure to unfollow Naira Marley on Instagram but refused to make a decision based on unverified allegations.
According to Israel, Davido wanted the police to investigate the matter rather than rely on hearsay.
He further maintained that the two artistes remained on good terms, pointing to their musical collaboration as an indication of their relationship.
Israel also addressed an alleged incident at Naira Marley’s residence, saying the disagreement involved a former member of Davido’s 30BG circle and one of Naira Marley’s associates.
He denied that anyone was beaten or attacked during the incident.
The Dispute Over Mohbad Continues to Resurface
Mohbad’s death in September 2023 triggered widespread public demands for answers and accountability, with several entertainers and public figures becoming part of the wider debate.
The latest exchange highlights how disagreements over the handling of the controversy have continued to affect relationships within Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
However, the allegations raised by VDM and the denials issued by Israel remain competing accounts of the events.
Israel’s statement represents his defence of Davido, while VDM’s claims about the WhatsApp conversation and the circumstances surrounding his arrest have not been independently established by the information provided.