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Speed Darlington in Police Custody Over Burna Boy Defamation Case
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has revealed his unsuccessful attempt to secure the release of singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, who is in police custody.
The singer was reportedly transferred from Owerri, the Imo State capital, to Abuja on Tuesday after being rearrested by the Nigeria Police Force.
Speed Darlington’s latest troubles stem from allegations of cyberstalking and defamation involving Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu.
Burna Boy, a Grammy-winning artist often regarded as one of the leading figures in Afrobeats, has been a source of inspiration to many but is now at the center of this legal controversy.
The allegations suggest that Speed Darlington made online statements that were perceived as defamatory toward Burna Boy, leading to the police action.
Adeyanju, known for his advocacy and bold stance on human rights issues, shared an update about the case on his official Facebook page on Wednesday night.
He confirmed meeting Speed Darlington in Abuja after the police moved him from Owerri.
However, his attempts to secure bail for the artist were unsuccessful.
He expressed his frustration with the situation, pointing out what he described as a contradiction in Burna Boy’s image.
Adeyanju noted that Burna Boy often portrays himself as a voice for the oppressed, referencing his music that highlights social issues and injustice.
Yet, according to Adeyanju, the artist appears to be using his influence to push for legal actions that could silence Speed Darlington.
Adeyanju wrote, “The Nigerian police brought our client, Speed Darlington, to Abuja from Owerri this evening, and I just met him.
They have refused to release him on bail over allegations of defamation against Burna Boy.
Burna Boy, who sings about oppression in his songs, is now using the police to oppress Akpi [Speed Darlington].”
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
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