Speed Darlington, the controversial singer, has retracted his earlier admission of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl.
The entertainer initially sparked outrage on social media after confessing to the sexual encounter with the minor.
His remarks drew condemnation, prompting intervention from authorities.
Reacting to the singer’s confession via X, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) clarified that while the incident’s location was unspecified, its jurisdiction is limited to Lagos.
The agency added that it escalated the matter to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for further investigation.
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) 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, the post reads.
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 (NAPTIP). @naptipnigeria
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.
NAPTIP responded briefly with Respect” in a post on X, though further details on their investigation remain unclear.
In a subsequent live session, Darlington backtracked on his earlier confession, claiming it was entirely fictional.
Asserting his role as a content creator, he defended his right to craft provocative narratives for engagement.
The singer also refused to provide further clarification, insisting his statements were purely for entertainment purposes.
Anybody can make video on social media, talk about anything and whip out any topic. You can come live and make up story, he said.
I’m not clearing nothing. I’m a content creator, I whip out story out of my head and thin air. I’m not explaining anything.
I’m an entertainer, I have to be entertaining to get the bag. I’m not explaining nothing, no video, nothing.
