Speed Darlington Released After Two Months In Custody

Speed Darlington has been released after two months of detention.
His lawyers plan legal action over alleged human rights violations.
He was granted ₦20 million bail under strict conditions.

Controversial Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington, popularly known as Akpi, has been released from prison custody after spending two months in detention. His lawyer, Stan Alieke, announced the development via an Instagram post on Tuesday.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Alieke stated that the legal team plans to pursue all available legal avenues to ensure that the singer receives justice for the alleged violation of his fundamental human rights by the Nigerian Police Force.

The statement read, “We are delighted to announce that our client, Mr. Darlington Achakpo, aka Speed Darlington (Akpi), has regained his freedom after two months of illegal incarceration. As his team of lawyers, we are committed to exploring every angle of the law to ensure he gets justice for his deprived fundamental human rights and the unfair treatment he endured.

“Mr. Achakpo extends his gratitude to everyone who supported him during this challenging time. Special thanks to my colleagues, Mr. Marshal Abubakar Esq, Barr Deji Adeyanju, Barr Hamza Nuh, and Barr David. ~ Freedom cometh by struggle.”

Speed Darlington’s release follows his detention on charges of cybercrime. Last Wednesday, Justice Ekerete Akpan granted him bail in the sum of ₦20 million after he pleaded not guilty to a two-count charge related to alleged cybercrime activities.

The bail conditions set by Justice Akpan were stringent. The surety must be a Level 10 civil servant residing in Abuja, with their address verified by the court registrar. Additionally, the surety must be an employee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) or a federal worker and must depose to an affidavit of means.

Speed Darlington Released

Speed Darlington’s case highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of individuals in detention and the importance of upholding fundamental human rights.