Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington has been arrested, reportedly due to a formal complaint filed by Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy.
The news broke after Speed Darlington’s mother publicly begged for her son’s release, claiming Burna Boy and his team were responsible for his disappearance.
Popular lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju confirmed the arrest, stating that Speed Darlington was taken into custody in Lagos and transferred to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Adeyanju revealed that the arrest was based on a petition written by Burna Boy, which Speed Darlington claimed was a response to his social media video questioning the authenticity of Burna Boy’s Grammy award.
The controversy surrounding Speed Darlington’s arrest began when he released a video mocking Burna Boy’s connection to American rapper P. Diddy, who faces charges related to sexual exploitation, human trafficking, and slavery. Speed Darlington’s mother has appealed to Burna Boy to show mercy and release her son from detention, expressing concern for his well-being.
*Key Developments:*
– _Speed Darlington’s Arrest_: The rapper was taken into custody in Lagos and transferred to Abuja.
– _Burna Boy’s Involvement_: A formal complaint filed by Burna Boy allegedly led to the arrest.
– _Social Media Controversy_: Speed Darlington’s video questioning Burna Boy’s Grammy award sparked the controversy.
– _Mother’s Appeal_: Speed Darlington’s mother begged Burna Boy to release her son.
Burna Boy’s team has not commented on the allegations, and the Nigeria Police Force has not issued a statement on the matter. The incident has sparked debate online, with many calling for Speed Darlington’s release.
