The Performing Musicians
Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has condemned a circulating
publication on Nairaland that aims to mislead the public and malign the association's integrity, describing it as false, unauthorised, and
deliberately deceptive.
PMAN further reaffirmed that Mr.
Pretty Okafor remains the substantive and legally recognised President of the
association, by virtue of a valid and subsisting court order, which affirms his
authority over the association. The court order vests Mr. Okafor with exclusive
control and oversight of:
PMAN properties in Lagos and
Abuja
All PMAN bank accounts and
financial instruments
PMAN businesses and
administrative affairs
The official use of the PMAN name
and logo
The National Executive Council
stressed that any individual or group acting outside this court-backed
structure lacks legal standing to issue directives, conduct registrations,
collect fees, or speak on behalf of PMAN.
PMAN also reiterated that no
mandate has been given to any person or platform to collect money, verify
beneficiaries, or conduct registrations in relation to Copy Levy or Federal
Government intervention funds. Any claims suggesting otherwise were described
as misleading attempts to exploit unsuspecting musicians.
The association disclosed that
PMAN authorities are actively investigating the faceless individual(s)
responsible for publishing the fake story on Nairaland, with a view to
identifying the source and taking appropriate legal steps to protect the
association’s integrity and its members from misinformation and fraud.
Musicians are advised that
matters concerning Copy Levy, MCSN registration, or access to
government-related funds should only be verified through official MCSN channels
and not through third-party publications, anonymous posts, or informal
messages.
PMAN emphasized that it will
issue an official nationwide communication only after formal engagements with
relevant stakeholders are concluded. Such communication will clearly outline:
Who qualifies
The approved process (if any)
The lawful channels for accessing
such funds
Until then, musicians are urged
to exercise vigilance, ignore unverified publications, and report suspicious
activities to the appropriate authorities.
The association concluded by
reaffirming its commitment to transparency, legality, and the protection of
Nigerian musicians, warning that any further attempts to misrepresent PMAN’s
leadership or exploit its name will be firmly resisted within the bounds of the
law.
Signed:
PMAN NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
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