- Speed Darlington claims he survived an assassination attempt after gunmen fired on his car.
- The incident occurred early Monday as he left a nightclub in Victoria Island, Lagos.
- The rapper’s allegations have sparked speculation, with some linking it to his recent detention.
Controversial rapper Speed Darlington has alleged that he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt just days after his release from Kuje prison.
In a shocking video shared on his Instagram, the rapper claimed that unknown gunmen opened fire on his car, leaving it riddled with bullet holes.
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According to Speed Darlington, the attack occurred in the early hours of Monday as he was leaving a nightclub in Victoria Island, Lagos.
The footage, which quickly went viral, shows the rear of his vehicle severely damaged, with visible bullet marks on the bodywork.
In the video, the rapper expressed his shock and frustration, claiming that an unnamed individual had sent killers after him.

“Long face sent killers my way and I haven’t even posted anything. Broooooo, is this necessary? You try to take my life. Really?” he captioned the post, though he refrained from naming the person he believed orchestrated the attack.
The rapper’s allegations have sparked widespread speculation across social media, with many linking the attack to his recent controversies and highly publicized detention.
Speed Darlington had been released from Kuje prison less than a week ago, where he was reportedly held for undisclosed charges.
His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has suggested that the rapper’s prolonged detention was influenced by Afrofusion star Burna Boy, though no official connection has been confirmed.
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The rapper’s claims have raised concerns over his safety and have fueled discussions about the nature of his recent troubles.
As investigations continue, the motive behind the alleged assassination attempt remains unclear, leaving fans and the public eager for further details.
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