Video of Speed Darlington Having Fun With Fans At Nightclub Before His Re-Arrest Trends

• A video showing the last moments of Speed Darlington had with his fans shortly before his re-arrest emerged 
• The Nigeria Police Force recently arrested the controversial singer, in Owerri, the capital of Imo State, during an event he headlined 
• The viral clip showed how Akpi, as he is fondly called by fans, entertaining the crowd

A viral video has surfaced online, purportedly showing the moment controversial singer Darlington Okoye, widely known as Speed Darlington or "AKPI," was arrested.

Reports had emerged in the early hours of Wednesday, November 27, 2024, that Speed Darlington had been re-arrested by the Nigerian police. 

Popular Abuja-based lawyer Deji Adeyanju, who is also the legal counsel to social media critic Martins Otse, also known as Verydarkman, confirmed his re-arrest. 

Deji disclosed that he was re-arrested at his show in Owerri, Imo state, following his return to Nigeria. 

In the videos making the rounds online, Speedy flaunted his new mustard-coloured hair as he took selfies with his fans.

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His recent song, Baby Oil, could be heard playing in the background. The social media post claimed that the re-arrest happened shortly after the jolly moment.

According to the source, the police invaded a nightclub in Owerri, De Callys Nite Club, located at Federal Polytechnic, Nekede Road, Owerri Imo state, to arrest the musician.

However, Grammy Award-winning artist Burna Boy has allegedly been linked to the re-arrest.

Watch the video below:

See what netizens are saying 

Legit.ng compiled the reactions below:

amandab5027:

"Akpi should learn to mind his business."

expensivecomedy01:

"And I bin wan go that club last night ooo na God save me ooo if not watin I for tell my mama this Christmas 😂😂😂😂Omo I gode mind wia I Dey go this period ooo make watin no concern me no go later concern me ooo."

teemah_569:

"After they released him that day and he went ahead to keep insulting and defaming him, u didn’t say anything, but u all can see they pick him again,u don’t know everyone ghat emotions."

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officialemmanueljonathan:

"Chai ,And he doesn't look like who takes things to heart ,Look at how he's vibing and playing with everyone here."

expensivecomedy01:

"And I bin wan go that club last night ooo na God save me ooo if not watin I for tell my mama this Christmas 😂😂😂😂Omo I gode mind wia I Dey go this period ooo make watin no concern me no go later concern me ooo."

Speed Darlington continues to tackle Burna Boy

Legit.ng earlier reported that Speed Darlington resumed dragging Burna Boy after his release.

Akpi released a diss track to shade Burna Boy after the latter arrested him for defamation of character.

However, he regained his freedom and noted that he was not yet done with Burna Boy, and his video sparked reactions.

Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng