Posted by Chinenye on Thu 07th May, 2026 - tori.ng
Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has sparked fresh controversy after launching a fierce attack on President Bola Tinubu over his reported second-term ambition.
(Nigerian artist Speed Darlington. Photo credit: the nation newspaper)
In light of the nation's economic circumstances, controversial Nigerian artist Speed Darlington has criticized President Bola Tinubu's reelection campaign.
In a video posted to his Instagram page on Wednesday, the musician openly criticized second-term aspirations.
Darlington bemoaned government policy failure, structural failure, economic miscalculation, and growing insecurity while casting doubt on the president's accomplishments since taking office in 2023.
Darlington went on to say that Nigerians would endure "hell fire" if Tinubu were to serve another term.You are striving to be Nigeria's next president, but you are unfit to hold the office once more. We already know from your first term that you will have a terrible second term.
"You removed the subsidy as soon as you took office in 2023, knowing full well that petroleum is essential to Nigerian life." Knowing full well that Nigerians are inherently avaricious, the oil industry has plenty of reasons to increase fuel prices. Could you please explain what makes you eligible for a second term?
"You don't know the job, so you're not qualified again." You haven't taken any action to address Nigeria's growing insecurity.