The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have begun investigation into the self confession of controversial rapper, Speed Darlington, following a viral Instagram live video in which he admitted to defiling a 15-year-old girl.
Darlington had in a video that surfaced on social media, narrated in Igbo his experience of getting involved with a 15-year-old virgin, which resulted in bloodied sheets in an unnamed hotel.
In reponse to the video, the Lagos DSVA condemned the act, describing it as disturbing, and acknowledging the challenge of jurisdiction since the entertainer did not specify the location of the incident.
The agency further stated that it has escalated the matter to NAPTIP to ensure a thorough investigation
“The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency is aware of the disturbing video currently circulating online, in which a popular entertainer allegedly admits to engaging in unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
“While the individual in question did not specify the location of the incident during the Instagram Live session, we must clarify that the DSVA’s jurisdiction is limited to Lagos State.
“In view of the above, and in line with our commitment to justice, we have escalated the situation to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons. “
NAPTIP, in turn noted that it has began a full investigation and coordinating with Lagos DSVA to address the allegations.
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