A commotion occurred at a shopping mall in Ajah, Lagos state when a famous musician, Speed Darlington, reportedly demanded payment before he could take pictures with fans.
News About Nigeria gathered that witnesses claim that people recognized him and approached him for photos, but he insisted on being paid ₦5,000 per picture.
A video of the altercation which surfaced on social media showed the musician engaging in a heated argument with his fans who accused him of being arrogant and disrespectful.
The fans felt insulted by his demand and began hurling insults at him. One of the fans even ridiculed his footwear, stating that he was not a star yet, and yet he behaved like one.
In response to a man’s question about his net worth and how much he could boast about, Speed Darlington lambasted the group for following him around the mall.
The incident caused a scene and drew the attention of other shoppers in the mall.
Many social media users that commented took Speed Darlington’s side in the whole matter.
zakarieeshat3; Lol. Even 2k I no go pay to take pictures with Beyonce. Akpi ti hungry 😂
ebuzztv; As Yoruba get Portable na so Igbo get Speed Darlington 😂😂😂 Both of them are IdamuAdugbo
It’s funny how love quickly turns into hate when people don’t get what they want.
korede_lagos; Chris Brown has been collecting money from his fans to snap, e no make news… na when our own Energy god wan collect small change una come dey put ‘Breaking News’. You can always use what you have to get what you want sometimes
alena_blaq; You don’t stream his music, you don’t go for his meet and greet but you want to snap with him for free … No na, pay him or leave him 😂
ezeokwu_bu_ndu; He said it to drive you guys away from his sight because he knows Nigerians won’t pay. If you cannot afford him then shift, it falls within his right. If he hasn’t blown as she said why are you running after him. If no one knows him why run after him? Ndi made sef.
nene_george; The noise was just too much. This guy is just so unfiltered with words. I didn’t even find it funny tho but that’s just me.
