Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has opened up about his recent experience in police custody following his release a few days ago. His mother, Miss Queen, previously alleged in an emotional Instagram video that Burna Boy and his team visited Speed Darlington’s home and abducted him, sparking widespread speculation.
The situation escalated when it was confirmed that Speed Darlington was arrested after Burna Boy filed a petition against him for defamation and cyberstalking, stemming from comments the musician made about the Grammy-winning artist.
During an Instagram live session, Speed Darlington emphasized that he holds no resentment towards Burna Boy, stating, “I have no beef with Burna Boy. I and Burna Boy are not quarrelling, nor are we enemies. It is the Nigerian police that did me dirty.” He revealed that he is still without his phone, which the police are withholding.
Speed Darlington explained that he believes Burna Boy perceived him as a threat to his success. “The amount of effort Burna Boy put into this case, I feel like I am even more successful than him,” he asserted.
He went on to make claims about Burna Boy’s promotional strategies, stating, “He pays big money to blogs to push him, but I’m way bigger than him. But you, on the outside looking in, would not see it. I am stronger than Burna Boy.”
The musician reflected on past rumors about his sexuality, mentioning that he often attended events alone, which led to speculation. He also claimed to be unaware of the cybercrime laws that ultimately led to his arrest, calling it “childish” for someone to become upset over social media comments.
Speed Darlington’s comments highlight the ongoing tensions in the Nigerian music industry and the impact of social media on artists’ reputations and relationships.