Controversial crossdresser Okuneye Idris, popularly known as Bobrisky, has called on Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive entertainer Darlington Okoye, widely recognized as Speed Darlington, and facilitate his release from prison.
In a series of posts shared on his Instagram story on Sunday, Bobrisky voiced concerns over Speed Darlington’s condition, stating that 45 days behind bars should be sufficient punishment. He passionately appealed to Burna Boy to show compassion.
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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 took the opportunity to criticize fans for encouraging Speed Darlington’s controversial actions and urged followers to hold celebrities accountable for their behavior.
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 arrested in October 2024 over allegations of defamation and cyberstalking Burna Boy. He was initially detained in Lagos and later transferred to Abuja, where he was held by the IGP’s Intelligence Response Team in the Guzape area.
Following his release from police custody, the singer was re-arrested in November while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State, shortly after his return to the country.
