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November 28, 2024

November 28, 2024 IFM Social Media

Deji Adeyanju Shares Update on Speed Darlington’s Recent Arrest

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has provided an update on the rearrest of Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, confirming that the artist has been transferred from Owerri, Imo State, to Abuja.

Speed Darlington was initially arrested by the Nigerian Police Force during his concert in Owerri, marking another legal confrontation for the controversial artist. Speaking during an Instagram Live session with Daddy Freeze, Adeyanju addressed the situation and also responded to remarks made by music talent manager Paulo about his legal career.

Adeyanju reiterated his dedication to justice and human rights, stating that despite enduring numerous arrests and defamation attempts, he has never resorted to oppressing anyone. He also offered insight into defamation law, explaining, “Whenever you’re defamed or insulted, you should seek legal remedies. The remedies for defamation are personal.”

The arrest comes amid ongoing controversies involving Speed Darlington, including his public feud with Burna Boy over the latter’s Grammy win and his alleged association with embattled American rapper Diddy Combs.

November 28, 2024

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Liberian Former Warlord and Senator Prince Johnson Passes Away at 72

Former Liberian warlord and influential senator Prince Johnson, a central figure in the country’s brutal 1989-2003 civil wars, passed away on Thursday at the age of 72. His death was confirmed by officials from his party and the Senate.

Johnson, infamous for his role in the torture and killing of then-president Samuel Doe in 1990—a moment he was seen calmly observing while drinking beer—died at the Hope for Women health center.

“Senator Johnson was the longest-serving senator,” said Siaffa Jallah, Deputy Director of Press at the Senate. Wilfred Bangura, a senior official of the Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction (MDR) party founded by Johnson, also confirmed the news.

Doe’s death marked a gruesome turning point that plunged Liberia deeper into its devastating civil wars, which claimed approximately 250,000 lives and shattered the nation’s economy.

Hailing from Nimba County in northern Liberia, Johnson later transitioned from warlord to preacher, becoming a popular figure in his evangelical church. Despite his controversial past, he remained a polarizing political figure and a staunch opponent of establishing a war crimes tribunal to address atrocities committed during Liberia’s civil conflicts.

November 27, 2024

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Police Detain Popular Singer Speed Darlington Again

Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, has been arrested again by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Owerri, the capital of Imo State.

The arrest took place while Speed Darlington was performing at a show shortly after returning to Nigeria earlier in the week. His legal representative, human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the incident on his official X (formerly Twitter) page, stating that the singer was detained during his performance.

The exact reason for the arrest remains unclear as of this report. However, Speed Darlington had previously been arrested for allegedly cyberstalking fellow musician Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy. This prior incident led to his detention in Abuja after being transferred from Lagos, though he was later granted bail.

Details surrounding the latest arrest are still emerging.

Burna Boy behind harassment of Speed Darlington by the police. This is someone who has being singing against oppression and forming junior Fela now oppressing Akpi.
— Comrade Deji Adeyanju (@adeyanjudeji) November 27, 2024

November 26, 2024

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Why AGN Couldn’t Sue Adanma Luke Over Junior Pope’s Death

The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas, has shared updates on the case of late Nollywood actor Junior Pope, shedding light on why the Guild could not take legal action against movie producer Adanma Luke.

In a recent interview on Arise TV, Rollas explained that Junior Pope's contract for the ill-fated movie The Other Side of Life—his last project before his passing—prevented the AGN from initiating legal proceedings. According to the contract, only Pope's immediate family or his wife had the legal standing to sue the producer.

“After consulting with our legal adviser, we discovered that based on the contract signed by Junior Pope, the AGN does not have the locus standi to sue. The contract specifies that the right to sue lies with either his direct family or his wife,” Rollas said.

He also highlighted structural issues within the Guild, revealing that Junior Pope had not been a due-paying member for over a year before his death. Rollas added that the AGN is now working on reforms to enhance its oversight and support for members, including implementing a licensing system for actors.

“We’re drawing from practices abroad and are set to introduce actor licensing to strengthen the Guild’s structure. This will ensure proper regulation and accountability for members,” Rollas stated.

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