JUST-IN: NAPTIP Declares Speed Darlington Wanted Over Alleged Rape, Cyberbullying

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), has declared controversial entertainer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, wanted, over allegations bordering on rape, cyberbullying and cyberstalking.

NAPTIP, in a statement on Friday, said the development followed Speed Darlington’s repeated failure to respond to official summons after a viral Instagram video surfaced in which he allegedly claimed to have had sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old girl.

LEADERSHIP reports that the agency first invited the entertainer on May 28, 2025, requesting his presence at its Abuja headquarters on May 30 for questioning.

“He failed to show up, citing prior commitments,” the agency disclosed, adding that Speed Darlington proposed an alternative appearance date of June 26.

However, NAPTIP rejected the proposed date, insisting that the allegations were of urgent national importance, and rescheduled his appearance for June 2.

Following his failure to honour the second invitation, the agency declared him wanted and urged members of the public to assist with any information regarding his whereabouts.

“Darlington Okoye, a.k.a Speed Darlington, is wanted in connection with alleged offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking,” the official NAPTIP statement reads.

“Anyone with credible information on his whereabouts is urged to contact NAPTIP immediately through 07030000203, short code 627, or via [email protected].”

The agency emphasised that the matter was being treated with utmost seriousness, given the nature of the allegations and the potential harm to minors and vulnerable persons.

As of press time, Speed Darlington has not issued any comment regarding the declaration.

Efforts to reach his management team have also been unsuccessful.