- Speed Darlington has gone viral after offering to help Seyi Tinubu mobilize support in Imo State for the 2027 elections, claiming he has stronger grassroots influence than prominent socialites.
- Fans remain divided over whether he is serious or seeking attention.
Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, popularly known as Akpi, is trending online after publicly offering himself to Seyi Tinubu as a coordinator for the City Boy Movement ahead of the 2027 elections.
In a viral video, the entertainer claimed he has strong grassroots influence in the Southeast, particularly in villages across Imo State. He argued that unlike socialites such as Cubana Chief Priest and Obi Cubana, he can freely enter communities without security because he is widely loved by locals.
Speed Darlington stated that this popularity makes him the best person to mobilize support for Tinubu in the region. He said he hopes to connect with Seyi Tinubu to help ensure political success in the 2027 elections.
However, his remarks have sparked mixed reactions online. Some fans question whether he is serious about the political offer, while others believe he may simply be seeking attention or financial support, particularly as he has previously spoken about plans to build an 18-bedroom mansion in the East.
In other news… A lady has sparked intense conversations online after posting a video showing a Ramadan food pack she claimed was distributed by Bola Tinubu.
The relief package, packaged in a box featuring the president’s image, reportedly contained various food supplies intended to assist Muslims observing the Ramadan fast.
In the now widely shared video, the woman enthusiastically revealed the items inside the box. The package included staples such as rice, spaghetti, macaroni, cooking oil, seasoning cubes, sugar, salt, tea, and milk.
She commended the initiative, saying the support came at an appropriate time as families prepare for the fasting season. However, her excitement soon triggered mixed reactions across social media.
Some users applauded the gesture, describing it as much-needed assistance given the current surge in food prices. Others, however, criticised the move, labeling it a form of political symbolism rather than a long-term solution to economic hardship.
A number of commenters argued that such handouts highlight broader financial struggles in the country, accusing political leaders of focusing on temporary relief instead of addressing structural issues.
There were also warnings against linking welfare distributions to political allegiance, with some insisting that receiving food aid should not determine citizens’ voting decisions.
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