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  • I beg you reform the police please! – Speed Darlington begs President Tinubu

    I beg you reform the police please! – Speed Darlington begs President Tinubu

    Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to implement urgent reforms in the Nigerian Police Force.

    The artiste made the appeal in a video he posted on Saturday, August 23, where he advised the President to focus on protecting the rights of citizens in addition to growing the country’s economy.

    According to him, good governance goes beyond improving the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or building the economy. He noted that many Nigerians are unhappy with the present administration and that history would remember President Tinubu positively if he embarks on police reform.

    “Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy. There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.

    “As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police,” he said.

    Speed Darlington described the police as an agency known for human rights abuses. He condemned what he called the practice of arresting citizens before proper investigations, stressing that such action amounts to a violation of fundamental rights.

    “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it is as if they are not even doing their job. Please before you leave office, speak to your Yoruba brother, the IGP. The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you investigate,” he stated.

    The singer also recounted his own personal experience, alleging that he was unlawfully detained by the police.

    “I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation. They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he narrated.

  • Speed Darlington drags FG to court, demands billions for declaring him ‘Wanted’

    Speed Darlington drags FG to court, demands billions for declaring him ‘Wanted’

    Darlington Achakpo, the controversial Nigerian singer, popularly called Speed Darlington, has filed a lawsuit against the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to court for declaring him wanted.

    Akpi, in the suit marked  FHC/ABJ/CS/1354/2025 and filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja on July 9, 2025 claims that NAPTIP’s actions amounted to an unlawful and defamatory declaration.

    It would be recalled that in June 27,  the agency declared that Darlington is wanted for alleged offences, including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

    The official Instagram handle of officialnaptip reads: “WANTED BY NAPTIP. Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, is wanted in connection with alleged offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

    “Anyone with credible information on his whereabouts is urged to contact NAPTIP immediately. Call: 07030000203, info@naptip.gov.ng,” the statement read.

    According to singer turned social media influencer, declaring him wanted was baseless and has caused irreparable harm to his reputation and personal safety.

    Akpi also prayed the court for a perpetual injunction restraining NAPTIP, whether by itself, its agents, servants, officers, operatives, or any individual acting on its instructions, from enforcing or giving effect tothe contents of the June 27 publication.

    Recall that a viral video surfaced showing the moment  Darlington admitted to having sexual encounter with a minor. Following the outrage, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) intervened, but referred the case to NAPTIP for further investigation.

    NAPTIP subsequently invited Darlington to appear at its Abuja headquarters on Friday for questioning regarding the alleged sexual assault.

    However, in a recent post, the agency shared Darlington’s response wherein he said the invitation was too “sudden and urgent” and proposed a rescheduled meeting for June 26.

    NAPTIP, however, rejected the request, emphasising that the original invitation had been sent on May 28, providing ample time for preparation.

    The agency added it is a “matter of national importance,” and ordered Darlington to appear in person by 1:00 pm on Monday, June 2, at its Abuja office.

    The singer had since come out to claim it was only a prank. He added that artists like himself need controversy to make a living.

    “This video is for all of you who are raging because I said I had a sexual encounter with a 15-year-old. I’m an artiste, we need controversy to eat. If you are not trending, you are not going to get booked for shows. I just dropped a song titled ‘Village Girl.’ It’s about coitus. I don’t do Christian music. When we release a song like that, we make sexual content to promote it.

    “So, that was what I was doing. Don’t give it more light than it is supposed to have. But if any of you is offended, apologies… For intending artists, you have to be controversial. That was what you saw me doing in that video, selling my market. That’s what it is. And I hope you guys understand. Peace!”

  • They have no right to declare me wanted – Speed Darlington rubbishes ‘NAPTIP’ declaration

    They have no right to declare me wanted – Speed Darlington rubbishes ‘NAPTIP’ declaration

    Darlington Okoye, the controversial Nigerian singer, better known as Speed Darlington, has stated that the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has no right whenever, to declare him wanted.

    The NAPTIP on Friday declared that Darlington is wanted for alleged offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

    The official Instagram handle of officialnaptip reads: “WANTED BY NAPTIP. Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, is wanted in connection with alleged offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.

    “Anyone with credible information on his whereabouts is urged to contact NAPTIP immediately. Call: 07030000203, info@naptip.gov.ng,” the statement read.

    He said, “Thanks for the heads up, but I’m not worried. They have no right to declare me wanted. My lawyer has already sent it (the ‘wanted’ posted) to me. They just want to embarrass themselves. My lawyer will handle it.”

  • NAPTIP declares Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington wanted

    NAPTIP declares Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington wanted

    The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has declared Speed Darlington wanted for failing to comply with its invitation following his controversial confession of having sexual intercourse with a minor.

    The controversial singer was declared wanted by the government  agency on Friday.

    NAPTIP in a statement by it’s Head of Media and Publicity, Nnoli Cynthia Obianuju urged anyone with useful information about his whereabouts to contact the agency.

    The statement read: “The public is hereby notified that the individual whose photograph appears above is wanted by the National Agency for prohibitation of  Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP)  in connection with alleged offences of rape, cyberbullying and cyberstalking. Anyone with credible information regarding his whereabout is urged to contacy the agency through the following channels.”

    It would be recalled that a viral video surfaced showing the moment  Darlington admitted to having sexual encounter with a minor. Following the outrage, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) intervened, but referred the case to NAPTIP for further investigation.

    NAPTIP subsequently invited Darlington to appear at its Abuja headquarters on Friday for questioning regarding the alleged sexual assault.

    However, in a recent post, the agency shared Darlington’s response wherein he said the invitation was too “sudden and urgent” and proposed a rescheduled meeting for June 26.

    NAPTIP, however, rejected the request, emphasising that the original invitation had been sent on May 28, providing ample time for preparation.

    The agency added it is a “matter of national importance,” and ordered Darlington to appear in person by 1:00 pm on Monday, June 2, at its Abuja office.

    The singer had since come out to claim it was only a prank. He added that artists like himself need controversy to make a living.

    “This video is for all of you who are raging because I said I had a sexual encounter with a 15-year-old. I’m an artiste, we need controversy to eat. If you are not trending, you are not going to get booked for shows. I just dropped a song titled ‘Village Girl.’ It’s about coitus. I don’t do Christian music. When we release a song like that, we make sexual content to promote it.

    “So, that was what I was doing. Don’t give it more light than it is supposed to have. But if any of you is offended, apologies… For intending artists, you have to be controversial. That was what you saw me doing in that video, selling my market. That’s what it is. And I hope you guys understand. Peace!”

  • Speed Darlington breaks silence after shunning NAPTIP invitation

    Speed Darlington breaks silence after shunning NAPTIP invitation

    Nigerian entertainer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has finally responded days after failing to honor the invitation extended to him by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP).

    Recall,  a video on Tuesday surfaced showing Darlington admitting to having sexual encounter with a minor. Following the outrage, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) intervened, but referred the case to NAPTIP for further investigation.

    NAPTIP subsequently invited Darlington to appear at its Abuja headquarters on Friday for questioning regarding the alleged sexual assault.

    However, in an X post on Saturday, the agency shared Darlington’s response wherein he said the invitation was too “sudden and urgent” and proposed a rescheduled meeting for June 26.

    NAPTIP, however, rejected the request, emphasising that the original invitation had been sent on May 28, providing ample time for preparation.

    In a statement released online, the US-based Nigerian rapper clarified that the controversial video was “purely for entertainment purposes” and not a reflection of real-life events.

    For the sake of clarity, I reiterate that the said Instagram video was made for purely entertainment purposes only and does not reflect any previous or future event involving my person with any female; minor or Major. Sadly, what was meant to be a joke has been blown out of proportion by persons looking for fault where none exists.

    While maintaining his innocence, Speed Darlington expressed regret over the outrage the video caused.

    Without conceding to any wrongdoing, may I offer my profound apology for any bad blood or misunderstanding my innocuous actions may have caused the online community, but to the discerning, the video was only for clout and entertainment purposes.

  • NAPTIP threatens Speed Darlington with legal action over invitation ‘snub’

    NAPTIP threatens Speed Darlington with legal action over invitation ‘snub’

    The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has threatened legal action against controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington over his refusal to comply with its invitation following his controversial confession of having sexual intercourse with a minor.

    The outrage began on Tuesday when a video surfaced showing Darlington admitting to the act. Following the outrage, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) intervened, but referred the case to NAPTIP for further investigation.

    NAPTIP subsequently invited Darlington to appear at its Abuja headquarters on Friday for questioning regarding the alleged sexual assault.

    However, in an X post on Saturday, the agency shared Darlington’s response wherein he said the invitation was too “sudden and urgent” and proposed a rescheduled meeting for June 26.

    NAPTIP, however, rejected the request, emphasising that the original invitation had been sent on May 28, providing ample time for preparation.

    The agency added it is a “matter of national importance,” and ordered Darlington to appear in person by 1:00 pm on Monday, June 2, at its Abuja office.

    “The attention of the Management of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has been drawn to your response through our social media handle on the above subject matter,” the statement reads in part.

    “In your response, you said, ‘Hello, I will not be able to come in today. This is very sudden and urgent for me. I already have commitments and responsibilities. I suggest you should reschedule to next month, June 26. I will be in Abuja that day’.

    “The agency wishes to state that the invitation was sent to you on Wednesday, 28th May, 2025, giving you sufficient time to prepare and appear as indicated. Moreover, the issue at hand is a matter of urgent National importance that requires an urgent response.

    “As such, NAPTIP will not be able to work with your schedule as stated in your response. However, you are further given till Monday, 2nd June 2025 at 1 pm, to appear in person at the NAPTIP’s Headquarters: 2028, Dalaba Crescent, Wuse Zone 5, FCT, Abuja, for the interview.”

    “Please, as stated in our earlier correspondence, your cooperation is very critical in this matter.”

    The agency warned that it will take “further legal action” if the singer fails to appear for the investigation.

  • Sex with minor: Speed Darlington summoned to Abuja for questioning

    Sex with minor: Speed Darlington summoned to Abuja for questioning

    The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has formally invited Darlington Okoye, widely recognised as Speed Darlington, following his recent confession of having a sexual encounter with an underage girl.

    It would be recalled that the singer during a recent Instagram live session  claimed to have engaged in a sexual encounter with a 15-year-old girl.

    In response to the disturbing claims, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency wrote to  NAPTIP, calling for a comprehensive investigation into these alarming allegations.

    In reaction to the public outcry, Speed Darlington published a subsequent video in which he asserted that his comments were meant to promote a new song.

    He also expressed regret for any offence or discomfort his statements may have caused.

    “All my followers pissed off about the video I recorded in which I spoke about me sleeping with a 15-year-old, I am an artiste. I need controversy to eat. If you are not trending, you are not getting booked. Simple! Nobody is booking something that is not trending.

    “I have a new song now. The song is talking about f#ck this, f#ck that. This is my genre. I do not perform Christian music. When I dropped my song, I needed f#ck contents to push it. That is what I was doing. Don’t give it more than it is supposed to have. If any of you are offended, it’s alright. Apologies,” the singer stated.

    However, in a statement released on Thursday, NAPTIP confirmed that it has summoned Speed Darlington for questioning.

    The agency further cautioned that additional measures would be taken if he does not comply.

  • Speed Darlington makes U-turn over viral claim involving minor after backlash

    Speed Darlington makes U-turn over viral claim involving minor after backlash

    Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has tendered an apology to the general public after facing  backlash following a disturbing viral video in which he confesses to a sexual encounter with a minor.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Darlington during a live Instagram session recounted an encounter with a 15-year-old girl at a Lagos hotel.

    According to the singer, during the session, he paid N2,000 to the hotel staff to change the sheets after which expressed disdain for working for others, especially in hotels.

    The video sparked an outrage with many Nigerians calling for his arrest. In response, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) says it has begun investigating the singer.

    However, in a follow-up video shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday, Speed Darlington claimed that the confession was fabricated as part of a publicity stunt to promote his latest song.

    He described the controversial remarks as “cruise” and insisted they were never meant to be taken seriously.

    He explained, “All my followers pissed off about the video I recorded in which I spoke about me sleeping with a 15-year-old, I am an artiste. I need controversy to eat. If you are not trending, you are not getting booked. Simple! Nobody is booking something that is not trending”.

    He further elaborated, “I have a new song now. The song is talking about f#ck this, f#ck that. This is my genre. I do not perform Christian music. When I dropped my song, I needed f#ck contents to push it. That is what I was doing. Don’t give it more than it is supposed to have. If any of you are offended, it’s alright. Apologies”.

  • Speed Darlington: List of Nigerian celebrities who have been sexually involved with a minor

    Speed Darlington: List of Nigerian celebrities who have been sexually involved with a minor

    A disturbing video of controversial Nigerian entertainer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, during a live routine session, sparked outrage on social media on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

    During the session on Tuesday, Speed Darlington recounted an encounter with a 15-year-old girl at a Lagos hotel, which resulted in bloodied sheets.

    According to the singer, during the session, he paid N2,000 to the hotel staff to change the sheets while expressing disdain for working for others, especially in hotels.

    These statements by the singer which were made publicly and without remorse,  triggered outrage across social media platforms with many Nigerians taken to X (formerly Twitter) to express their anger, as they called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the singer.

    Following the sad occurance, several male entertainers in Nigeria have been guilty of engaging in sexual misconduct with minors.

    One of such is, Moses Armstrong , a popular Nollywood actor, who was arraigned for raping a minor – a teenage girl he adopted and has been living with his family.

    The actor was first arraigned before a Magistrate Court in Uyo on June 17th, 2022 after he was charged with rape, intimidation, conspiracy and supplying drugs or instruments to procure abortion.

    The national president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, in response to the incident, publicly condemned the act, describing the case as “a very serious one”.

    The AGN president added that the organisation will not condone such a crime.

    Rollas said: “To get involved with a child as young as 16yrs, is not something I and the association I represent, would stand for.

    “This is a very sad development involving a member of ours, but I wouldn’t want to comment any further on this case.”

    Another entertainer guilty of sexual misconduct against a minor, is Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju Omiyinka, aka Baba Ijesha. The actor was arraigned on six counts of child defilement, indecent treatment of a child, sexual assault, attempted sexual assault by penetration, and sexual assault by penetration.

    Even though the actor pleaded not guilty, a Closed-Circuit Television Video footage detailing his relationship with the victim was played in court.

    While delivering judgment, Justice  Oluwatoyin Taiwo of the Lagos State Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences Court, Ikeja sentenced Baba Ijesha, to 16 years imprisonment for defilement.

    The court found him guilty of indecent treatment of a child and sexual assault of a minor.

    The Yoruba actor was also found guilty of indecently touching the minor and sexually assaulting her by rubbing her body and sucking her fingers.

  • Lagos state govt takes action against Speed Darlington over confession of sleeping with underage girl

    Lagos state govt takes action against Speed Darlington over confession of sleeping with underage girl

    The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have begun investigating controversial rapper Speed Darlington following a viral Instagram live video in which he admitted to defiling a 15-year-old girl.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Darlington in a video that surfaced on social media, narrated in Igbo his experience of getting involved with a 15-year-old virgin, which resulted in bloodied sheets in an unnamed hotel.

    In reponse to the video, the Lagos DSVA condemned the act, describing it as disturbing, and acknowledging the challenge of jurisdiction since the entertainer did not specify the location of the incident.

    The agency further stated that it has escalated the matter to NAPTIP to ensure a thorough investigation

    The statement read, “The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency is aware of the disturbing video currently circulating online, in which a popular entertainer allegedly admits to engaging in unlawful sexual activity with a minor.

    “While the individual in question did not specify the location of the incident during the Instagram Live session, we must clarify that the DSVA’s jurisdiction is limited to Lagos State.

    “In view of the above, and in line with our commitment to justice, we have escalated the situation to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons.”

    NAPTIP, in turn noted that it has began a full investigation and coordinating with Lagos DSVA to address the allegations.