Nigerian singer and social media personality Speed Darlington has posted a job advertisement for a personal assistant and personal cleaner, offering a monthly salary of ₦100,000. The role requires the individual to have a similar worldview to Darlington and be prepared for physical altercations. Darlington, known for his unconventional public stunts, emphasized the need for someone who can align with his unique perspective.
According to Darlington, the ideal candidate should be ready to engage in physical fights if necessary. He stated that the person should have a similar reasoning and be prepared to defend him in altercations. This requirement has raised eyebrows among netizens, who have been reacting to the job posting on various digital platforms.
Another condition set by Darlington is that the prospective assistant must be familiar with the music of fellow artist Burna Boy. Specifically, Darlington requires the individual to know every Burna Boy song to serve as a "living anti-Burna Boy radar." This condition is likely a reference to Darlington's well-documented animosity toward Burna Boy.
Speed Darlington, self-styled as "Akpi," has built a career as an internet provocateur through his viral music videos, commentary, and social media rants. He has mastered the art of algorithm-driven shock value, which has contributed to his online fame. The job posting has generated significant reactions online.
Many netizens have poked fun at the heavy demands attached to the ₦100,000 monthly paycheck. The salary offered is relatively high, but the requirements set by Darlington have raised questions about the feasibility of the role. Some have expressed skepticism about the possibility of finding someone who meets all the specified conditions.
The job posting was published on September 20, 2026, by Chidinma Enweani in The Guardian. As a prominent figure in Nigerian entertainment, Darlington's job posting has sparked conversations about the expectations of celebrities from their staff. The requirement for a personal assistant to also serve as a bodyguard highlights the security concerns that come with working in the public eye.
The advertisement has brought attention to the often-unseen demands of working with high-profile individuals. Darlington's unique approach to engaging with his audience and the public has once again put him in the spotlight. The response to the job posting will likely provide insight into the public's perception of Darlington's requirements and the value placed on such a role.
Key points
- Speed Darlington requires the PA to be prepared for physical altercations.
- The PA must know every Burna Boy song to serve as an "anti-Burna Boy radar."
- The role offers a monthly salary of ₦100,000.
