THE Federal House of Representatives last Thursday summoned Azeez Fashola (Naira Marley) to appear before the House as part of its moves to secure proper compensation and royalties for the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad) who died in September under controversial circumstances.
The House, through its Committee on Justice, Youth, and Legislative Compliance, also invited the manager of the late Mohbad, Jiggy Adeoye, to an interactive session slated for Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
The invitation follows the adoption of a motion moved by Babajimi Benson of Lagos APC. Benson had called for a review of relevant laws guiding the entertainment industry as well as copyright laws while expressing concerns about the contracts and agreements that entertainers are compelled to sign
In a letter dated October 26 and signed by the Committee’s clerk, Yusuf Ibrahim, the House said Naira Marley and Mohbad’s manager were needed to guide the committee on further legislative action.
The letter was routed through the President of the Performing Musicians Association (PMAN) of Nigeria.
During the debate on the matter at the plenary session on Thursday, the lawmakers assured Mohbad’s family of its commitment to secure proper compensation and royalties from his musical works.
The House further resolved to monitor the investigation surrounding his death and royalties accruing to him.
