NAPTIP Summons Speed Darlington Over Alleged Child Abuse

NAPTIP has summoned Nigerian artist Speed Darlington.

The summons requires him to appear at NAPTIP headquarters in Abuja.

He must report by 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has issued a formal summons to Nigerian artist Darlington Okoye, widely known as Speed Darlington, requiring his presence at its headquarters in Abuja.

The agency instructed the singer to report without exception by 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025.

This action follows a widely circulated Instagram Live video, during which Speed Darlington allegedly made statements implying involvement in the sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl.

NAPTIP expressed grave concern over the content of the video, noting that the allegations are serious and merit thorough investigation.

In a letter dated May 28, 2025, the agency noted that if verified, the singer’s statements could represent a violation of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition), Enforcement and Administration Act of 2015.

The matter may also involve infractions under the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act of 2015.

Refer to the letter below: