VDM Reveals Cost of Burna Boy’s ₦250 Million School Project as Fego Works Handled Construction

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VDM Reveals Cost of Burna Boy’s ₦250 Million School Project as Fego Works Handled Construction


VeryDarkMan, popularly known as VDM, has continued to attract attention over the recently completed school and clinic project funded by Nigerian music star Burna Boy in Odiokwu, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.







The project, which includes a secondary school, clinic and several other facilities, has been widely reported as costing more than ₦250 million.


However, questions have continued to surface over who handled the money, how much was given to the construction company and how the total project cost was reached.


Reports reviewed by Naija Gist Central show that Burna Boy was the reported funder of the project, VDM supervised the initiative, while Fego Works Limited handled the construction work. There is currently no reliable public evidence showing that VDM personally sent the entire ₦250 million to Fego Works.


How the Project Started


The project came after attention was drawn to the poor condition of the community school in Odiokwu.


The situation generated public discussion, eventually attracting the attention of Burna Boy, who agreed to support the rebuilding of the school and the development of a healthcare facility for the community.


VDM became one of the most visible people involved in the project and regularly shared updates about the construction.


According to reports, the development was eventually expanded into a much bigger project involving school buildings, a clinic and other infrastructure.


Fego Works Limited was identified as the company responsible for construction, while VDM supervised the project and provided updates to the public.


How Much Was the Project Worth?


The overall project has been reported at around ₦250 million, with some reports describing the final cost as more than ₦250 million.


VDM later defended the amount spent during a tour of the completed project.


He argued that the money had been used to provide several facilities for the community and claimed that a similar government project could have been budgeted at a much higher figure.


In a statement reported by TELL, VDM said the whole project cost more than ₦250 million and argued that a government project of the same nature could have attracted a budget of about ₦5 billion.


That comparison has also become part of the debate surrounding the project.


Did VDM Send ₦250 Million to Fego Works?


This is where an important distinction needs to be made.


Although VDM supervised the project, available reports do not establish that he personally transferred ₦250 million to Fego Works Limited.


The reports identify Burna Boy as the person who provided the funding, VDM as the supervisor, and Fego Works Limited as the construction contractor.


Therefore, it would be inaccurate to state as a confirmed fact that VDM personally sent ₦250 million to Fego Works unless evidence of such a transaction is made public.


The available information instead points to a project funded by Burna Boy and executed by Fego Works under VDM's supervision.


What Was Built With the Money?


The project was not limited to one school building.


Reports about VDM's tour of the completed development listed separate classroom blocks for junior and senior secondary students, an administrative building, a clinic, toilets, classroom fittings, fans, solar-powered streetlights and perimeter fencing.


The development also reportedly includes a library, educational equipment and a football field.


VDM said the perimeter fence covered more than 3.4 hectares and used more than 18,000 blocks.


These facilities are part of the reason the reported cost of the project has generated debate, as supporters argue that the money covered considerably more than the main school structures.


The ₦50 Million That Sparked Controversy


One of the biggest controversies surrounding the project came after VDM revealed the cost of the murals and graffiti around the school.


VDM disclosed that ₦50 million was spent on the artwork.


The murals featured Burna Boy, children from the community, VDM himself and other members of the project team.


VDM described the money as well spent and praised the artists for their work.


The disclosure immediately triggered reactions from Nigerians online.


Some people praised the artwork and said the school should reflect the story of Burna Boy's contribution to the community.


Others questioned why such a large amount of money was spent on paintings when the overall project itself was reported to have cost about ₦250 million.


Daniel Regha Questions the ₦50 Million


Social media commentator Daniel Regha was among those who criticised the expenditure.


Regha questioned whether ₦50 million was reasonable for murals at a school project.


He also questioned why images of Burna Boy and VDM were prominently displayed around the school.


His criticism added another layer to the debate over transparency and spending on the project.


However, the criticism should be separated from the confirmed facts.


VDM publicly stated that ₦50 million was spent on the murals. That does not automatically establish that the money was misappropriated or that the project funds were stolen.


Likewise, claims about exactly how much Fego Works received cannot be treated as fact without a contract, payment record or official financial breakdown.


VDM Defends the Project


Despite the criticism, VDM has continued to defend the project.


During his tour, he showed different parts of the development and highlighted the number of facilities included.


His position has been that people should look at the entire project rather than focusing only on the controversial artwork.


The completed development includes education and healthcare facilities intended to serve people in the community.


The school project therefore represents a significant private intervention in an area where residents had previously complained about poor infrastructure.


Burna Boy's Role


Burna Boy's role remains central to the project.


The singer is from the wider Rivers State area and reportedly provided the money required for the redevelopment.


Multiple reports identify him as the funder, while VDM acted as the person supervising the project on the ground.


Fego Works Limited was responsible for construction.


This three-way structure is important because it explains why VDM has been publicly discussing the project even though the funding is attributed to Burna Boy.


What Nigerians Are Asking For


The controversy has now moved beyond the question of whether the school was built.


The bigger question for some Nigerians is financial transparency.


People want to know exactly how the reported ₦250 million or more was distributed among construction, materials, labour, equipment, the clinic, fencing, lighting, artwork and other expenses.


A detailed public breakdown could potentially answer many of the questions surrounding the project.


For now, however, the figures that can be confidently reported are the reported overall project cost of more than ₦250 million and VDM's own disclosure that ₦50 million was spent on the murals and graffiti.


There is still no reliable public evidence reviewed for this report establishing the exact amount paid specifically to Fego Works Limited.


Final Thoughts


The Burna Boy-funded Odiokwu project has become one of the most talked-about celebrity-backed community developments in Nigeria.


Burna Boy provided the reported funding, VDM supervised the project and Fego Works Limited handled construction.


The project reportedly cost more than ₦250 million and includes a secondary school, clinic, administrative facilities, fencing, solar-powered streetlights, a library, football facilities and other infrastructure.


At the same time, VDM's disclosure of a ₦50 million mural budget has created controversy and raised questions about spending priorities.


Until an official financial breakdown or payment documents are released, claims about the exact amount transferred to Fego Works should be treated carefully.


What is established from the available reports is that Fego Works handled construction, while the overall project was funded by Burna Boy and supervised by VDM.

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