The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has declared Nigerian entertainer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, wanted over alleged offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.
The agency made the announcement via its official Instagram handle on Friday afternoon, urging anyone with credible information on his whereabouts to contact them immediately.
This comes weeks after the singer failed to honour an invitation for questioning following his viral Instagram live video where he claimed to have had sexual relations with a 15-year-old girl.
The incident, which occurred on Children's Day, sparked widespread outrage and calls for his arrest.
NAPTIP initially summoned Okoye to appear at its Abuja office on May 30, 2025.
However, he responded by requesting a reschedule, stating, "I already have commitments... I suggest you reschedule for next month, June 26." He failed to appear on both dates.
In a follow-up letter, the agency stressed the urgency of the case, describing it as a matter of national importance. Okoye was given a final deadline of June 2 to appear, but he still did not show up.
Following his repeated absence, NAPTIP has now listed him as wanted and continues to call for public assistance in locating him.
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