By: Lawal Halimat

In the late hours of October 7, 2024, a distressing SOS was posted on Speed Darlington's Instagram page, stating that the entertainer had been missing for three days. The post urged anyone with information to come forward, sparking concern among his fans and followers.

The situation took a dramatic twist when Speed Darlington's mother made a public plea, revealing that her son went missing shortly after he made a video about Nigerian superstar Burna Boy. In her emotional video, she begged Burna Boy to show mercy and release her son, suggesting that Darlington’s disappearance might be connected to the controversial video he posted.

In the video, Speed Darlington had made serious allegations, claiming that Burna Boy had affiliations with American rapper Diddy, who had recently been arrested on charges of sex trafficking and other crimes. The video quickly gained attention online, making Darlington the center of social media conversations. His arrest, which reportedly followed soon after, only added fuel to the fire. 

Users on X (formerly Twitter) reacted with mixed emotions. One user expressed frustration over the perceived support Burna Boy was receiving, calling out favoritism and societal oppression, while others questioned why Speed Darlington was being targeted. Some even speculated on Burna Boy's involvement, asking if he was behind Darlington’s arrest. 

Another user highlighted the distinction between opinion and defamation, stating, “Burna Boy’s songs are wack” or “Burna Boy can’t perform” are opinions, but allegations like “Burna Boy is getting involved with Diddy” cross a legal line. They suggested that while Burna Boy should release Speed Darlington, he should also consider suing him for defamation. 

As the situation develops, fans continue to await any updates on Speed Darlington's whereabouts and the outcome of the unfolding drama between the two entertainers.