Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky, urging Burna Boy to forgive Speed Darlington and facilitate his release from prison, expressed concern for Darlington’s well-being in a series of Instagram posts on Sunday.
Bobrisky argued that 45 days in prison should be enough punishment for Darlington, who was arrested in October 2024 for defamation and cyberstalking Burna Boy.
Bobrisky wrote, “I just want to mind my business this year and stay away from anything involving Nigerian celebrities, but my soft heart won’t stop me from thinking about many things.
“Please, Burna Boy, forgive Speed. Prison is not a nice place. I don’t think he has the money for the VIP section because it’s expensive.
“None of these people I’m using my platform to stand for did the same for me when it was my time. But you know what? Our hearts are different. I can’t stand seeing human beings hurt. I pray, Burna, please release him. Forty-five days in prison is enough punishment.”
Bobrisky also criticised fans for enabling Speed Darlington’s controversial behaviour and stressed the need for followers to hold celebrities accountable for their actions.
He added, “Fans, learn how to tell your favourites the truth when they are crossing the line. You all were applauding Speed when he was saying unpleasant things. Now, none of you is in prison with him.”
Speed Darlington was first arrested in Lagos before being transferred to Abuja, where he was detained by the IGP’s Intelligence Response Team. Despite being released from police custody, Speed Darlington was re-arrested while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State.
