Speed Darlington wants Burna Boy boxing match, cites arrest grudge

Speed Darlington told Nevo Media that he intends to box Burna Boy after his planned bout with Carter Efe, claiming the Grammy‑winning artist was responsible for his previous arrest. “The plan is after I finish with the Carter Efe, I hope they can make it happen. I want Burna Boy next so I can offload all my anger on him,” he said. He added that a match against Burna Boy would be “the highlight of this year.”

The rapper also said he would never forgive Burna Boy for what he alleges led to his detention: “He had me locked up, that’s what he did to me. That’s the deal, I can’t forgive that. Even after the fight, we are still enemies for life,” he stated.

Speed Darlington’s comments revive a public feud between two of Nigeria’s most outspoken musicians and raise the prospect of a celebrity boxing match that could draw significant attention from fans and promoters. Such events have become a way for entertainers to settle disputes while generating revenue, but they also carry risks of escalating tensions or encouraging violence.

Readers should note that no official date, venue, or sanctioning body has been announced for either the Carter Efe or Burna Boy fights. If the matchups proceed, they will likely be promoted heavily on social media and could influence upcoming entertainment calendars. Will you pay to watch a Speed Darlington vs. Burna Boy boxing match, or do you think celebrity feuds should stay out of the ring?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/enemies-for-life-i-can-never-forgive-burna-boy-speed-darlington/