Speed Darlington Accused Of Defiling 15-Year-Old, Investigation Underway
THECONSCIENCE NG reports that Controversial singer Speed Darlington has faced intense criticism following a widely shared Instagram live video in which he appeared to confess to defiling a 15-year-old girl.
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons have responded quickly to the occurrence.
In the unsettling video, Speed Darlington who spoke in Igbo language described an incident in which he claimed to have slept with a 15-year-old virgin girl at a motel some ten years prior, leaving the linens bloody.
He stated that he had to pay N2,000 to hotel staff to have the sheets changed, expressing disdain for working for anyone, especially in a hotel.
He said: “Before they could come change the sheets for me, I had to give N2,000. Because the thing is somehow, to tell an adult to come and clean blood that I brought out of the body of a 15-year-old girl. I can never work for anybody, lai lai. I only work for myself.”
Responding to the viral video, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) issued a statement on its official X handle, describing the footage as “deeply disturbing” and confirming that the matter is under review.
The statement reads: “The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency is aware of the disturbing video currently circulating online, in which a popular entertainer allegedly admits to engaging in unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
“While the individual in question did not specify the location of the incident during the Instagram Live session, we must clarify that the DSVA’s jurisdiction is limited to Lagos State.
“In view of the above, and in line with our commitment to justice, we have escalated the situation to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons.
“The Lagos State Government reaffirms our zero-tolerance stance against all forms of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and will continue to advocate for accountability and the protection of every Nigerian child.
“If you have any information that may assist with ongoing investigations, kindly reach out to us via our toll-free line 08000-333-333 or send a direct message on any of our official social media platforms.
“You may also contact NAPTIP directly via email: info@naptip.gov.ng or phone: 07030000203.
“Lastly, we appreciate the vigilance of citizens who brought this to our attention and urge the public to continue reporting such cases through the appropriate legal channels.”
