Controversial crossdresser Okuneye Idris, widely known as Bobrisky, has called on Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive fellow entertainer Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, and help secure his release from prison.
In a series of Instagram story posts on Sunday, Bobrisky expressed concern for Speed Darlington’s well-being, urging Burna Boy to pardon him, suggesting that 45 days in prison should be sufficient as a punishment.
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.”
According to reprots, Speed Darlington was arrested in October 2024 on charges of defamation and cyberstalking Burna Boy.
The singer was first detained in Lagos before being transferred to Abuja, where he was held by the IGP’s Intelligence Response Team in the Guzape area.
After his release from police custody, Speed Darlington was re-arrested in November while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State, just days after his return to the country.