Beautiful Nubia Accuses Yinka Ayefele and BBO of Stealing Melody from ‘Seven Lives’!
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Beautiful Nubia Accuses Yinka Ayefele and BBO of Stealing Melody from ‘Seven Lives’!
Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist) | Sele Media Africa
Nigerian folk music icon Beautiful Nubia has publicly accused gospel star Yinka Ayefele and fast-rising act BBO of copyright infringement, alleging that elements of his classic track Seven Lives were unlawfully replicated in their work.
The allegation has sparked debate within Nigeria’s music industry over intellectual property protection and artistic originality.
Allegation of Melody Theft
Beautiful Nubia, known for his strong advocacy on cultural authenticity, claimed that the melody of his widely respected song Seven Lives was used without authorisation. In statements circulating across entertainment platforms, the veteran singer said the similarities between the works are too significant to ignore.
He maintained that the matter raises serious questions about respect for creative ownership in the Nigerian music space.
Industry Reactions and Silence from Accused Artists
As of the time of this report, neither Yinka Ayefele nor BBO has issued an official public response addressing the allegation.
Music analysts note that disputes over melody similarity are not uncommon in Nigeria’s vibrant music industry, but such claims typically require expert musical analysis and, in some cases, legal adjudication to establish infringement.
Intellectual Property Concerns in Nigeria’s Music Sector
The controversy highlights ongoing concerns about copyright enforcement in Africa’s largest music market. Industry stakeholders have repeatedly called for stronger awareness and enforcement mechanisms to protect original works.
Legal experts say that for a copyright infringement claim to succeed, the complainant must demonstrate substantial similarity and prove that the accused parties had access to the original composition.
Observers say the next 7 private resolution, public clarification, or legal action, will determine how the dispute evolves.
Sele Media Africa will continue to monitor the situation for official responses or legal developments.
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Pulse Nigeria
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