Beautiful Nubia Accuses Ayefele, BBO of Song Theft

Beautiful Nubia Accuses Ayefele ,BBO of Song Theft

A fresh controversy has stirred Nigeria’s gospel music scene after veteran musician Beautiful Nubia accused fellow artistes of copying the melody of one of his songs without giving credit.
The singer made the allegation in a post shared on Instagram, where he expressed concern about what he described as a growing disregard for originality among gospel musicians. His comments quickly sparked conversations across the music community.

He specifically mentioned gospel music star Yinka Ayefele and another artiste known as BBO. He claimed that Ayefele’s 2012 track My Faith in God Igbagbo Ireti and BBO’s recently released single Amin borrowed heavily from the melody of his earlier song titled Seven Lifes.

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In the post, Beautiful Nubia questioned why creatives continue to use other people’s work without acknowledgement. He urged gospel musicians to respect copyright and protect artistic originality.

As of the time of this report, neither Ayefele nor BBO has publicly responded to the allegation.
Beautiful Nubia has built a strong reputation for songs that promote social values and cultural identity. His music blends folk sounds with spiritual messages, earning him respect among listeners who value conscious storytelling.

Meanwhile, copyright disputes remain common in Nigeria’s music industry. Similar controversies have emerged over melody similarities and sampling rights, often leading to public debates among artistes.
Legal experts continue to advise musicians to properly register their works and seek legal protection when disputes arise. They also encourage dialogue and professional resolution to prevent conflicts that could damage reputations and creative relationships.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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