Famous Nigerian comedian, Oluwaseyitan Aletile, professionally known as Seyi Law, has voiced his concerns and criticisms of record label owners in the country, urging them to refrain from jeopardizing the lives and careers of artists who choose to part ways with their labels.
Seyi Law alleged that some music executives have resorted to making vindictive threats, vowing that artists who depart from their record labels will never regain the spotlight in the industry. Additionally, he accused certain record label owners of pressuring their signees into engaging in illicit lifestyles.
These statements from the comedian come in the aftermath of the tragic and sudden passing of former Marlian Music signee, Mohbad. Mohbad’s demise occurred on Tuesday, barely a year following his controversial departure from the record label owned by Naira Marley.
Using his social media platform, Seyi Law addressed these concerns, stating, “Some of you have sworn that the talents that left you will never rise. You block them from radio, tv, and shows. You call the shots because you are mini gods. Nobody fit beg you. Ok o.
“In your gatherings, anyone who can’t smoke or drink is not man enough. Drugs everywhere. The young ones must blend in. People who have no business in entertainment are in control of young destinies because of cultism. Nobody hold una o.
“I remember when Ruggedman spoke about Naira Marley. Many celebrated the attack on him in London. Today, we are demanding accountability from Naira Marley. Police should do their work.
“Don’t kill another man to live because everybody will go one way or another. Your wealth isn’t a tool to buy another man’s life.”
In life, we win some and lose some. Record label owners (infact senior colleagues in the entertainment business) must know when to let go. "I am leaving" shouldn't be a death sentence. Don't make yourself the alpha and omega over anybody whose talent you were not the giver.
— SEYILAW (@seyilaw1) September 14, 2023
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