Speed Darlington Granted ₦20 Million Bail by Federal High Court

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Speed Darlington, whose real name is Darlington Achakpo, bail in the sum of ₦20 million. The court’s decision comes after Speed Darlington spent nearly a month in police custody following his arrest on November 27, 2024.

According to the court’s ruling, Speed Darlington’s bail is conditional upon him meeting certain requirements. The court stipulated that he must provide one surety in the like sum of ₦20 million. The surety must be a Level 10 civil servant, a resident of Abuja, and must depose to an affidavit of means.

In addition to providing a surety, Speed Darlington must also deposit his international passport with the court. His surety must deposit their letters of appointment and last promotion, which must be verified by the deputy chief registrar of the court. Both Speed Darlington and his surety must also submit two recent passport photographs with the court registrar.

The court’s decision to grant Speed Darlington bail is a significant development in the ongoing case against him. Speed Darlington was arrested for allegedly abusing Afrofusion star Burna Boy. The incident sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for Speed Darlington to be held accountable for his actions.

The case against Speed Darlington has been adjourned until March 18 for trial. It remains to be seen how the case will unfold, but one thing is certain: Speed Darlington’s bail is a significant step towards his freedom, at least for now.

Background of the Case

Speed Darlington’s arrest on November 27, 2024, followed a series of events that culminated in the alleged abuse of Burna Boy. The incident sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for Speed Darlington to be held accountable for his actions.

Speed Darlington’s lawyers had argued that their client was innocent of the charges against him and that he had been wrongly accused. However, the court’s decision to grant him bail suggests that the case against him is not yet over.

Implications of the Bail

Speed Darlington’s bail has significant implications for the ongoing case against him. By granting him bail, the court has essentially given him the benefit of the doubt, at least until the trial.

However, the bail conditions imposed by the court suggest that Speed Darlington is still not entirely free. He must meet the conditions set by the court, including providing a surety and depositing his international passport.

The bail also raises questions about the strength of the case against Speed Darlington. If the prosecution’s case is strong, it is unclear why the court would grant him bail. On the other hand, if the case against him is weak, it is possible that the court may ultimately dismiss the charges.

Only time will tell how the case against Speed Darlington will unfold. For now, his bail is a significant development that suggests that the case is far from over.