The mother of Nigerian content creator Speed Darlington has made an emotional plea to Grammy winner Burna Boy, begging for mercy following her son’s arrest.
In a heart-wrenching video, Ms. Queen, Speed Darlington’s mother, kneels down, tearfully apologizing to Burna Boy and asking him to temper justice with mercy. “My son, Speed Darlington, is my only child, and he’s been missing for four days,” she says. “Burna Boy, please, have mercy on him. He didn’t mean to offend you.”
Speed Darlington was arrested after questioning Burna Boy’s Grammy win and linking it to American singer Diddy. Burna Boy confirmed his involvement in the arrest, sparking controversy. Ms. Queen narrates how Burna Boy’s team, accompanied by police, arrested her son. “Burna Boy came with his 7 Squad and police to take Akpi away,” she says.
She urges Nigerians to intervene, saying, “Please, Nigerians, help me beg Burna Boy to release my son. Akpi is my only child.” The emotional video has sparked sympathy and calls for Burna Boy to reconsider his actions.