Nigerian singer Burna Boy has issued a strong warning to fellow artist and social media personality Speed Darlington, following the latter’s recent release from prison after a two-month detention for cyberstalking violations.
On January 22, 2025, Burna Boy took to his Instagram stories to deliver an unambiguous message to Darlington. “If you like, misbehave again, you’ll go to where you came from! And this time around there would be no mercy! #Dontmesswithodg,” the Grammy Award-winning artist declared, leaving no room for doubt about his stance on the matter.
Speed Darlington’s legal troubles began in October 2024 when Burna Boy filed a petition against him with the police. The situation escalated after an alarming post appeared on Speed Darlington’s Instagram page late on October 7, 2024, claiming he had been missing for three days.
The post, which sparked widespread concern among his fans, urged anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward. However, the narrative shifted when Speed’s mother revealed that her son’s disappearance was linked to his online activities targeting Burna Boy.
The controversy centered on a video Speed Darlington shared, in which he made allegations against Burna Boy, claiming the singer had affiliations with American rapper Diddy, who had recently been arrested on charges of sex trafficking and other crimes.
The video quickly gained traction on social media, amplifying the tension between the two artists. In an emotional appeal, Speed Darlington’s mother was seen in another video pleading with Burna Boy to forgive her son and secure his release. Despite her public request, the feud continued to escalate, drawing widespread attention online.
Following his initial arrest in October, Speed Darlington found himself back in police custody on November 27, 2024. This time, he was detained while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State, on charges of cyberstalking Burna Boy. The re-arrest further fueled public discourse, with many debating the legal and ethical dimensions of the situation.
After two months in detention, Speed Darlington was released on bail, though the conditions of his release remain unclear. His time in custody has done little to quell the heated exchanges between the two entertainers.
The saga has become a focal point of discussion in Nigeria’s entertainment scene, highlighting the growing intersection between social media behavior and legal repercussions.
Burna Boy’s recent warning underscores his zero-tolerance approach to the issue and suggests that any further actions by Speed Darlington could lead to more severe consequences. For now, all eyes remain on the two artists to see how this feud unfolds and whether Darlington will heed Burna Boy’s stern caution.
