Controversial musician, Darlington Achakpo, popularly known as Speed Darlington has regain his freedom after almost two months in prison.
Darlington’s freedom comes days after he was admitted to a twenty million naira (20,000,000) bail last Wednesday by a federal high court in Abuja.
The singer’s lawyer, Stan Alieke confirmed his release, sharing photos with Darlington on Instagram. Alieke said Darlington’s legal representatives will be seeking redress against the Nigerian police following their client’s “illegal incarceration”.
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Darlington was re-arrested on November 27, while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State. The ‘Bandadang’ crooner was accused of cyberstalking Grammy award-winning musician, Burna Boy.
Darlington was initially arrested by police in October 2024 after Burna Boy filed a petition against him with the police.
The singer will return to court on March 18 for trial on charges of cybercrime.
