Nigeria Lawyer Deji Adeyanju Calls Out Burna Boy for Hypocrisy After Speed Darlington's Arrest

Lawyer Deji Adeyanju criticizes Burna Boy following Speed Darlington's arrest, questioning the ethics of the artist's actions. Social media reactions vary, with some defending Burna while others express concerns about the use of influence to silence dissent.

Lawyer Deji Adeyanju has criticized Burna Boy in light of Speed Darlington's reported arrest, stating, "You can’t sing against oppressors while being an oppressor yourself." This comment has sparked a heated online debate, especially following allegations that Burna Boy was involved in Speed's disappearance after the content creator mocked him.

Reactions on social media have been mixed. Many users defended Burna Boy, questioning why Adeyanju is focused on this case when similar incidents involving other artists, like Davido's past arrest of Dammy Krane, received less scrutiny. One commenter remarked, “When Davido arrested Dammy Krane, where was this energy?” suggesting a perceived bias in the attention given to Burna Boy’s situation.

Others expressed frustration at the idea of using influence to silence criticism. A user noted, "You can’t be arresting people just because you’re influential or because you have money. It’s not okay!" This sentiment highlights a broader concern about freedom of expression in Nigeria, particularly in the context of celebrity power.