Court Grants Speed Darlington ₦20 Million Bail
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to singer Darlington Achakpo, popularly known as Speed Darlington, in the sum of ₦20 million. Justice Ekerete Akpan approved the bail on Wednesday with stringent conditions, including one surety who must be a Level 10 civil servant residing in Abuja. The surety is required to provide […]
Speed Darlington Petitions Police Over Detention
Nigerian singer Darlington Achakpo, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has petitioned the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB), DIG Dasuki Galadanchi, demanding adherence to a court order regarding his detention. The petition, dated January 8, 2025, was submitted by the singer’s counsel, Rosemary E. Hamza, from the Chambers of Deji Adeyanju & […]
Speed Darlington Granted Bail After Month-Long Detention
Controversial rapper Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has been granted bail after nearly a month in police custody. His counsel, Stanley Alieke, confirmed the development via Instagram on Monday, stating, “Apki has been granted bail by the court,” without providing further details. Speed Darlington was arrested on November 27 during a performance in […]
Speed Darlington Transferred to Abuja to remain in police custody
Singer and content creator Speed Darlington, popularly known as AKPI, has been transferred from Owerri to Abuja, according to lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju. This marks Darlington’s second arrest in two months, following his initial detention on October 4, 2024. His first arrest stemmed from a controversial video in which he allegedly mocked Burna Boy, […]
Speed Darlington Arrested Again During Owerri Show
Nigerian musician Speed Darlington, also known as AKPI, has been arrested by the police in Owerri, Imo State, during a performance. His lawyer, human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the arrest via a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. The reason for the latest arrest remains unclear, but it comes barely […]
