Speed Darlington petitions DIG over continued detention
Nigerian singer and entertainer Speed Darlington, also known as Darlington Achakpo, has petitioned the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Dasuki Galadanchi, to enforce a court order concerning his detention. Speed Darlington has been in custody over allegations of defamation and cyberstalking fellow musician Burna Boy (real name Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu). On December 23, 2024, […]
Cubana Chiefpriest vows to ensure Speed Darlington regains his freedom today
Socialite Cubana ChiefPriest has vowed to ensure that embattled singer Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, regains his freedom today, January 6, 2025. The singer has been in police custody since November 2024, after being rearrested for jumping bail in a case that involved Burna Boy. The situation began when Burna Boy filed a petition […]
Burna Boy Gave Police Bundles Of Money’ – Speed Darlington’s Lawyer Alleges
The lawyer of Speed Darlington has accused Burna Boy of bribing police officers to keep his client in detention, even after a court ordered his release. Speed Darlington was arrested on November 27, 2024, for allegedly cyberstalking Burna Boy. However, on December 23, the Federal High Court in Abuja granted him bail. Despite this, the […]
The Nigerian Police Have Refused To Release Speed Darlington Despite The Explicit Order Of The Court – Deji Adeyanju Laments
Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju, has raised concerns over the police’s refusal to release popular singer Speed Darlington. This comes after the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered his release on Monday, December 23. Police Detention Since NovemberSpeed Darlington has been in police custody since November 27, following his re-arrest in Owerri, […]
You’re Lucky I Have a Lot to Lose – Burna Boy Reacts to Speed Darlington’s Release
Nigerian music star, Burna Boy, has spoken up about Speed Darlington’s release from police custody. Speed Darlington was arrested again in November, just two months after his first arrest reportedly linked to Burna Boy. Darlington was accused of mocking Burna Boy over his association with American rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, who is currently facing charges […]
Speed Darlington Finally Granted Bail Ahead of Christmas
Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington has been granted bail after spending three weeks in detention. The rapper was arrested in Imo State by the Nigerian Police following allegations that he defamed singer Burna Boy. Speed Darlington’s legal troubles began when he made controversial statements about Burna Boy, leading to his arrest. Fans of the rapper were […]
Deji Adeyanju Hits Back at PaulO: ‘I Don’t Respond to Nonentities’
Deji Adeyanju, a Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist, has hit back at show promoter PaulO after being called a “social media lawyer.” The heated exchange came after Adeyanju accused Burna Boy of being behind the re-arrest and harassment of his client, the singer Speed Darlington. PaulO took offense at the accusations, advising Adeyanju to […]
PaulO Calls Deji Adeyanju a “Social Media Lawyer” After He Accused Burna Boy of Being Behind Speed Darlington’s Rearrest
Popular Nigerian show promoter, PaulO, has responded strongly to human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, after Deji made claims that Burna Boy was involved in the re-arrest of singer Speed Darlington. On November 26, 2024, Deji Adeyanju posted on social media that his client, Speed Darlington, had been arrested again by police officers in […]
Speed Darlington Re-Arrested Over Alleged Bail Jumping: Lawyer Provides Update
Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has been re-arrested in Owerri, Imo State. His lawyer, Stan Alieke, revealed that the arrest occurred due to allegations that the singer failed to honor the terms of his bail. Back in October 2024, Speed Darlington was arrested after a petition was reportedly filed by Burna […]
Speed Darlington Speaks After Release from Police Custody: “It Takes N30 Million to Carry Me”
Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington, widely known as Akpi, has stirred up conversations in the music community after his recent release from police custody. His arrest garnered significant media attention, particularly because it was linked to comments he made about fellow artist Burna Boy, sparking discussions about rivalry and authenticity in the Nigerian music industry. The […]