Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper recognized for hit songs such as “BangDadaDang!” (2017), “Akamu” (2019), and “SereDebe” (2021).
Speed Darlington Profile
| Full Name | Darlington Okoye |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Speed Darlington |
| Date of Birth | March 13, 1989 |
| Age | 35 years old |
| Hometown | Arondizuogu, Imo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Tribe | Igbo |
| Father | Pericoma Okoye |
| Mother | Queen Achakpo |
| Career | Singer, songwriter, rapper |
| Notable Songs | “BangDadaDang!” (2017), “Akamu” (2019), “SereDebe” (2021) |
| Net Worth | $500,000 (as of 2024) |
Early Life and Background
Speed Darlington was born on March 13, 1989, making him 35 years old as of 2024. He hails from a well-established family in Arondizuogu, Imo State, Nigeria. He is of Nigerian nationality and belongs to the Igbo tribe.
Family
Speed Darlington’s father, Pericoma Okoye, was a renowned Nigerian singer and traditionalist who passed away in 2017. His mother, Queen Achakpo, was also a singer, indicating that musical talent runs in the family.
Career
Speed Darlington started his career early, following in his parents’ footsteps. His big break came in 2016 when his music videos started going viral on social media.
In 2017, he gained significant recognition with the release of his song “BangDadaDang!” which garnered over 300,000 views on YouTube. Some of his other popular songs include “Greatest Tank Battle” (2011), “Cash & Carry” (2018), “Akamu” (2020), “SereDebe” (2021), and “Love Me” (2022).
Net Worth
As of 2024, Speed Darlington’s estimated net worth is around $500,000.
