Embattled Nigerian rapper, Speed Darlington has sued the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun following his alleged unlawful detention.
The reports stated that Darlington was arrested and detained by the police following his comments about singer, Burna Boy.
He was accused of defaming and cyberstalking Burna Boy.
After being granted bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday December 23, 2024, he was still detained by the police.
Reacting to his continued detention in a video on social media, Darlington’s lawyer accused Burna Boy of Paying the police to detain him
However, on Monday, January 6 2025, the court mandated the police to release Darlington.However, on Monday, January 6 2025, the court mandated the police to release Darlington.
