In a recent Instagram post, Stan Alieke, the attorney representing Nigerian musician Speed Darlington, issued a stark warning to the public about the perils of legal disputes. He urged Nigerians to think twice before engaging in reckless behavior, emphasizing that relying on legal counsel for a quick fix may not be the solution they expect.
Alieke’s advice comes on the heels of Darlington’s release on bail after spending five days in police custody in Abuja. The singer’s detention followed a formal complaint from fellow artist Burna Boy, who accused him of defamation and cyberstalking.
The legal practitioner shared his insights, stating, “As your lawyer, I advise you to avoid troubles as much as possible; it’s simply not worth it.” He recounted his experiences witnessing individuals lose everything while entangled in court cases, warning that some disputes can leave lasting scars. “All this ‘I will call my lawyer’ bravado means little in the face of serious legal challenges. Lawyers can only do so much; the rest is up to you,” he noted.
Alieke also pointed out that many engage in reckless behavior simply because they haven’t encountered someone willing to confront them. “Some troubles will humble you for life. I’ve seen people lose everything fighting a court case,” he cautioned.
This advice comes in light of the ongoing situation involving Speed Darlington, who found himself in hot water after publicly taunting Burna Boy. Darlington’s comments included jabs about Burna Boy’s connection to the embattled US rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, who is currently facing multiple charges, including sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Speed Darlington even questioned how Burna Boy secured a Grammy for his album “Twice As Tall,” which was executive produced by Diddy, suggesting an inappropriate relationship between the two.
