- Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington, aka Akpioku, commented on the passing of veteran actor Mr Ibu.
- Darlington suggested Mr Ibu had multiple romantic encounters during his prime and hinted at pressures from producers and industry officials for intimate favors in exchange for roles.
- He attributed Mr Ibu’s health decline and death to diabetes, allegedly worsened by unhealthy eating habits.
- Speed Darlington took to Instagram and YouTube to discuss the actor’s life and offer condolences, noting that 66 years is relatively young.
- Darlington had financially supported Mr Ibu but expressed disappointment at the actor’s untimely passing.
- His claims contradict other reports suggesting that Mr Ibu’s death was linked to leg complications or potential amputation.
Controversial Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington, also known as Akpioku, has sparked discussions following his remarks on the passing of beloved veteran actor Mr Ibu.
In a series of posts on Instagram and YouTube, Darlington reflected on the actor’s personal life, hinting at his romantic history and suggesting that he had numerous relationships during his prime. The rapper also claimed that producers and industry officials allegedly pressured Mr Ibu and other actors into providing intimate favors in exchange for roles.
Darlington further linked the actor’s untimely death to diabetes, which he said was exacerbated by poor dietary habits. He disputed reports suggesting that Mr Ibu’s death stemmed from leg complications or potential amputation, insisting instead that the actor succumbed to diabetes.
Despite having financially assisted Mr Ibu, Darlington expressed disappointment over losing the actor at the age of 66, noting that it is still considered middle age. His comments have reignited conversations about the challenges and pressures faced by actors in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
