Controversial social critic Verydarkman (VDM) has issued a tearful and sarcastic apology to gospel singer Mercy Chinwo following her N1.1 billion lawsuit against him. The lawsuit originated from VDM’s Instagram accusations about Chinwo allegedly withholding her performance earnings instead of remitting them to her former label, owned by EeZee Tee. Full story here.
Reacting to the legal actions, VDM listed several lawsuits against him and humorously pleaded for a reduction, playfully singing Chinwo’s songs. He lamented his inability to meet the financial demands. This event highlights larger issues within the industry regarding artist-label financial disputes, sparking conversation across Nigeria news circles from Abuja to Lagos.
Key Takeaways:
- Verydarkman apologises to Mercy Chinwo amidst a billion-naira lawsuit.
- He humorously requests a reduction to N5 million, admitting inability to afford.
- The case underscores recurring artist-label financial disputes in the industry.
Analysis: This incident reflects broader artist-label conflicts, urging industry transparency. It also underscores the power of social media in public disputes, evident in this case trending in Lagos news and Abuja news.
Question: What steps can be taken to ensure transparency in artist-label contracts to prevent such disputes?
