The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has reportedly sent a formal invitation to the musician Speed Darlington over his recent confession of having carnal knowledge, leading to the deflowering, of a minor.
The controversial musician would later say he floated the story only to sell his upcoming album, and the incident never actually happened.
The invitation comes in light of a viral Instagram live video in which the artist purportedly confessed to having sexual relations with a 15-year-old girl.
According to the agency, the actions constitute offenses under the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement and Administration Act (TIPPEA) 2015, as well as the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015.
In the video that first went viral on Tuesday, Speed Darlington claimed to have engaged in sexual activities with the minor and gave her ₦2,000 afterward.
NAPTIP added that the artist’s cooperation is essential for a thorough inquiry into the matter, stressing that failure to respond could result in further legal action.
