Ghanaian artiste and disc jockey Ice Boss, formerly known as DJ Azonto, is demanding $100 million in compensation and iconic national recognition from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for allegedly using his hit song “Fa No Fom” without permission at a campaign rally.
“Currently known as Ice Boss, DJ Azonto’s chart-topping single, which has captured the hearts of millions, was played at an NDC rally without prior authorisation from the artist or his management,” reads part of a statement issued by Sammy Anim, Public Relations Officer for Rolls Royce Family.
“This feature will not only include Ice Boss himself but will also showcase his mother, wife, and three children as the new Big Six, symbolising family, cultural pride, and national recognition,” the statement continues.
The case highlights issues surrounding the unauthorised use of copyrighted works in political campaigns and the significant demands being made for both financial restitution and symbolic national honour.
Pay me $10M compensation for using my song to campaign – DJ Azonto to Dr Bawumia
Earlier on is the artist called out Dr Bawumia over what he has described as unfair use of his intellectual property.
The management team of Ghanaian artist DJ Azonto, known as the Rolls Royce Family, has expressed its disappointment in press statement.
