Nigerian singer, Blackface has finally decided to take legal action against his former colleague, 2baba over the ownership of the smash hit African Queen
The singer took to his Instagram page to reveal that he is set to take legal action against 2baba over the rights of the classic song. According to him, he was hoping that he and 2baba would have settled things amicably but he was proved wrong and decided to take legal action immediately believing that the system would resolve things accordingly.
He wrote, I sincerely want to apologize to close friends, relatives, well wishers who may have been affected by my actions or inactions over the years. I have always stood for a better Nigeria,equal rights and an agitator for a system in place in our country so adequate compensation be given to not only Nigerian songwriters but songwriters and creators all over the world, an industry where all players in the creative process are recognized and credited for their contribution to any piece of work used commercially or otherwise. I will never be intimidated by any threat My intention has never been to expose anybody but the truth finds it’s way out eventually
My issues with Mr Innocent Idibia aka 2face & co are purely professional and my lawyers have filed my claims in Court, to be served to all parties in due time. I apologize for the delay in taking this step, I was hoping they would do the right thing and the need for me to take them to court will not arise but alas I was wrong. I believe the legal system will resolve this eventually. I will also continue to defend myself in the 50Million suit they filed against me which comes up for mediation on the 25th of November 2019.
Meanwhile, I will not make any further statements on this issue until both lawsuits are concluded as I have entrusted this matter to my lawyers and the justice system. I appreciate all the good wishes from those who have reached out with their concerns over this protracted matter. Please bear with me as we calmly await the resolution of these cases. Thank You All Mr Ahmedu Augustine (BlackFaceNaija)
