'Mohbad’s royalties will be paid' - House of Reps declares

The House of Representatives has on Wednesday, October 4, promised Nigerians that they would make sure the late Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, receives proper compensation and royalties for his music.

A member of Representatives and chairman of the House committee on Justice, Olumide Osoba, made this known during an interactive session with officials of the Nigeria Copyrights Commission made on the rights and royalties related to Mohbad’s music.

Osoba who highlighted the importance of securing compensation and royalties said these payments are the main sources of income for musicians and will enable artists to sustain their careers, create new music, and build a future in the industry.

He said: “It is crucial to recognise that young musicians are often not well-informed about their rights when entering into any contracts, adding that such knowledge gap places them at a disadvantage, as they may not fully grasp the complex legal intricacies surrounding royalty rights.

“Additionally, there is a need to adapt the music industry to the digital age. While digital streaming platforms have revolutionized music consumption and distribution, young musicians often struggle to earn a substantial income due to outdated royalty structures.

“Advocating for revised royalty models that accurately reflect the value of music in the streaming era is essential."

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