Businessman and philanthropist Isaac Fayose has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Nigeria Police, demanding the release of singer Speed Darlington, who has been detained for over a month. This development comes after the singer's arrest over alleged defamation of the famous singer, Burna Boy. Despite being granted bail, Speed Darlington was unable to meet the necessary requirements for his release, resulting in his prolonged detention.
It would be recalled that Speed Darlington's arrest took place several weeks ago, following accusations of defamation involving the well-known Nigerian music star Burna Boy. Though Speed Darlington was granted bail at the time, he was unable to meet the conditions set by the authorities, leading to his continued incarceration. The situation has drawn considerable attention, especially as the detention period stretched across the holiday season, including Christmas [/b]and New Year, without proper legal proceedings being initiated for his arraignment.
In a recent Instagram post, Fayose expressed his frustration over the ongoing situation, highlighting that Speed Darlington has been unjustly detained for an extended period, particularly over the festive period. He voiced his concerns about the lack of proper arraignment and the apparent disregard for due process in the case. Isaac Fayose's concerns have sparked further dialogue on the issue, as calls for justice and a fair trial continue to gain momentum among the public.
In a strongly worded video, Isaac Fayose made it clear that if the Nigeria Police fail to take action and release Speed Darlington within the next 72 hours, he would not hesitate to lead a massive protest in Abuja. Fayose emphasized the importance of justice and fair treatment, stating: "We give The Nigeria Police 72 hours to release Speed Darlington or charge him to court. It’s over one month that he has been locked up. If they don’t release him, they will face a massive protest. Did he kill anybody? No matter how big you are, you cannot lock anybody up and throw the key away." His comments have further amplified calls for a swift resolution to the case and for the police to either release the singer or bring him before a court of law.
Fayose’s ultimatum has amplified calls for justice and accountability, as fans, human rights advocates, and members of the public rally behind the singer. Many have expressed their concerns about the prolonged detention, calling for the police to take appropriate action. The case has sparked widespread discussion about the rights of individuals and the need for a fair and transparent legal process in such matters.
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