NAPTIP probes video of Speed Darlington admitting to sex with minor

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) says it has launched an investigation into a controversial video in which singer Speed Darlington admitted to having had an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl.

Darlington sparked outrage on social media after footage of him confessing to having sexual intercourse with the minor surfaced on Tuesday.

The backlash prompted responses from authorities, with the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) stepping in to address the issue.

However, the DSVA clarified that while the incident’s exact location remained unclear, its jurisdiction is limited to Lagos. As a result, the agency escalated the matter to NAPTIP for further investigation.

In a short statement released on Wednesday via X, NAPTIP confirmed that its cybercrime response team was actively reviewing the viral video and other related content posted by Darlington.

“‘The NAPTIP Cybercrime Response Team has commenced investigations into the disturbing Instagram live video and other videos made by the same individual,” the statement reads.

“We at NAPTIP are committed to a world where children are safe and free from all forms of violence.”

Following the intense backlash, Darlington backtracked on his earlier confession, claiming it was entirely fictional.

Asserting his role as a content creator, he defended his right to craft provocative narratives for engagement.

The singer also refused to provide further clarification, insisting his statements were purely for entertainment purposes.