Nigerian influencer Vincent Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has announced that he has secured trademark rights to the name “Blord” in 43 categories, including transportation services.
VDM made the disclosure in a viral video, stating that the registration was completed under his name through Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.
“The name ‘Blord’ is officially trademarked under my name, Vincent Martins, for transportation. So if you use a Blord car for business and I see it on the road, the Nigerian police can arrest you, and I’ll do whatever it takes to take you to court. If you want to use the name, you must get my permission first,” he said.
He further declared, “I Have Trademarked the Name ‘Blord’ in 43 Classes, if You Purchase Any Car from Linus With the Name ‘Blord’ and Put it on the Road for Transportation or Logistics Business, I Will get You Arrested.”
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His announcement comes days after crypto entrepreneur Linus Williams, popularly known as Blord, unveiled 50 imported electric vehicles branded “Blord Cars,” priced at ₦8 million each.
The latest development adds to the tension between both men. Only a few weeks ago, they publicly clashed over the trademarking of the name “Ratel,” with each side laying claim to rights over the brand name in a dispute that also played out on social media.
VDM’s fresh claims have since sparked debate online, particularly around the scope of trademark protection and whether end users of branded products can be held liable. Legal observers note that trademark rights are typically class-specific and may be subject to opposition or challenge, suggesting the matter could escalate further if formally contested.