TikToker Accuses Business Manager of Bribery, Account Blocked

A Nigerian TikToker, Nelson Appy (@nelsonappy), is embroiled in a dispute with his business manager, SMART BM, after his account was unexpectedly blocked. Appy claims SMART BM demanded a 20,000 Naira payment to reinstate his account, a claim SMART BM has yet to publicly address. "They blocked me and took my followers," Appy stated in his video. He further explained that he refused to pay the bribe, resulting in the loss of his account and followers. The incident highlights the challenges faced by content creators who rely on business managers for support. While the specifics of the dispute remain unclear, the situation underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability within the social media management industry.