Nigeria Abuja Police Pressure Speed Darlington to Apologize to Burna Boy Over Defamation

Police in Abuja are reportedly pressuring rapper Speed Darlington to apologize publicly to Burna Boy over defamatory remarks. Authorities argue that Burna Boy's superstar status necessitates an apology, with sources revealing that Darlington is urged to record a video.

Police in Abuja are reportedly pressuring rapper Speed Darlington to publicly apologize to Burna Boy over alleged defamatory remarks. Sources close to the situation say that law enforcement officials have argued that Burna Boy is a "superstar" and that Darlington cannot win in a confrontation with him.

According to Sahara Reporters, the police have been persistent in urging Darlington to record a video in which he would apologize to the Afrobeat artist. The authorities’ stance is that apologizing is the best course of action for the rapper, given Burna Boy's celebrity status. A source familiar with the matter shared that the police have emphasized the significance of Burna Boy's fame, suggesting that Darlington could not defeat him in any public dispute.

This development comes after Speed Darlington made controversial comments about Burna Boy, which have now led to tensions between the two artists. The police intervention is seen as an attempt to de-escalate the situation and prevent further conflict.

As of now, it remains unclear whether Speed Darlington will comply with the police’s request to record the apology video. Fans and social media users continue to react to the unfolding drama, with some supporting Darlington’s right to express himself, while others believe an apology is in order.