Speed Darlington Apologises to Burna Boy, Seeks Peace
Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has publicly apologised to Burna Boy and promised to stop making comments about the Grammy-winning singer’s sexuality, while asking him to withdraw the charges connected to their prolonged dispute.
The apology, made in a video addressed directly to Burna Boy on Thursday, November 12, 2026, marks another development in the highly publicised disagreement between the two Nigerian entertainers.
According to reports, Darlington also gave Burna Boy two weeks to withdraw the charges, appealing for an end to their differences.
Speed Darlington makes public apology
In the video, Darlington acknowledged that some of his previous remarks had caused the singer pain. He admitted that he had been wrong to assume that Burna Boy viewed issues from the same perspective as he did.
He expressed regret over the comments and appealed directly to the Afrobeats star to accept his apology.
The rapper’s message appeared to focus particularly on remarks concerning Burna Boy’s sexuality, which have formed part of their public exchanges.
Darlington said he was prepared to stop making both direct and indirect comments about the singer if the outstanding charges were withdrawn.
Promises not to mention Burna Boy again
As part of his appeal, the controversial entertainer promised that he would no longer use his platform to make remarks about Burna Boy.
He also pledged not to mention the singer’s name again, asking that both parties allow the disagreement to end.
Darlington specifically requested that Burna Boy withdraw the charges within two weeks, suggesting that he wanted a peaceful resolution rather than another round of public confrontation.
However, it was not immediately clear whether Burna Boy or his representatives had responded to the apology or agreed to the request.
How the dispute started
The disagreement between the two entertainers became widely publicised in 2024 after Darlington made controversial remarks questioning Burna Boy’s association with American music executive Sean “Diddy” Combs and the circumstances surrounding the singer’s Grammy recognition.
Burna Boy subsequently petitioned the police, and Darlington was arrested amid allegations connected to the dispute.
The rapper’s detention generated widespread attention, with his family, legal representatives and supporters publicly calling for his release. He was later granted bail after spending weeks in custody.
The disagreement continued even after his release, with both entertainers making statements that kept the controversy in public discussion.
In January 2025, Burna Boy issued a warning to Darlington, saying there would be no mercy if he misbehaved again.
Darlington also pursued a separate legal action against the Inspector-General of Police over his detention, reportedly seeking ₦300 million in damages. That claim was distinct from the dispute involving Burna Boy.
Burna Boy yet to respond to latest appeal
Darlington’s latest apology represents a notable change in tone after months of public exchanges, accusations and challenges directed at the singer.
His offer to stop making comments about Burna Boy, however, is tied to his request that the charges be withdrawn.
It remains unclear whether the apology will lead to an agreement between the entertainers or affect any ongoing court proceedings.
For now, the public is waiting to see whether Burna Boy will accept the appeal and whether both sides can reach a lasting resolution.
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