The management team of Disk Jockey DJ Azonto has accused Vice-President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of unauthorized use of DJ Azonto’s track, ‘Fa No Fom,’ during a campaign event in Nalerigu.
In a statement released on social media, the Rolls Royce Family, DJ Azonto’s management, asserted that the Vice-President’s actions represent a “clear infringement of intellectual property rights.”
DJ Azonto and his management are seeking $10 million in compensation from the Vice-President.
“This amount reflects the value of the work and the damages incurred to the artist and management due to its misuse in such a high-profile campaign,” the statement read.
The management emphasized the importance of respecting copyright laws and intellectual property rights. They expressed willingness to collaborate with anyone wishing to use their artist’s work, provided that the proper legal channels are followed.
They highlighted that a simple call to the artist’s management could have ensured the legal and respectful use of their work, thereby avoiding any unauthorized usage of intellectual properties.
“We urge Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign team to immediately address this issue and take steps to prevent such oversights in the future,” the Rolls Royce Family stated. “We also request a fair and timely settlement from Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s team to resolve the unauthorized use of DJ Azonto’s song in a manner that protects and respects the intellectual property rights of the country.”
Below is the press release from the artiste’s management.
