Two gospel music stars, Funke Glorious and Yinka Alaseyori, have recently become involved in a copyright infringement case, which has shocked the Nigerian music industry. In an exclusive interview with THE QUEST TIMES, top lawyer Barrister Moses Ade-Ojo has entered the fray to offer legal expertise and advise as the tension rises.
Funke Glorious, a prominent gospel performer noted for her beautiful compositions and powerful vocals, accused Yinka Alaseyori of infringing on her copyrighted work, JESU TI NAZARETI. Alaseyori’s popular song is eerily similar to one of Funke Glorious’s older works, and she asserted that this is a clear instance of copyright theft.
Fans of Yinka Alaseyori have been outraged by the allegations, insisting that her song was an original work.
Barrister Ade-Ojo maintained that any similarities, if there are, between the two songs may have been coincidental and unintentional since according to him, “whosoever claims, or trying to claim of copyright violation must have purged himself or herself for not to have violated copyright laws.”
Barrister Ade-Ojo’s intervention brings a new level of legal scrutiny to the situation, with an exceptional track record in copyright law and a reputation for effectively managing high-profile cases.
Barrister Ade-Ojo, noted for his thorough approach and attention to detail, has highlighted that copyright infringement is a serious offense with substantial legal ramifications for the parties involved if proven liable.
The lawyer’s involvement has not only brought a legal perspective to the dispute but has also sparked discussions on the importance of intellectual property rights within the Nigerian music industry. Intellectual property theft, including copyright infringement, has long been a concern for artists, as it can undermine creativity and hinder artistic growth.
The outcome of this case will likely have far-reaching implications for the music industry and the protection of artists’ rights in Nigeria.
He recommended artists to carefully defend their works by “registering their work with the National Copyright Commission for administrative records. You acquire the proprietary rights when your work is first published. And it’s best to publish it widely so that any copy or infringement will make it very evident that your rights have been violated.”