Wizkid, Banky W Stole My Song - Nigerian Singer Blackface
Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo, popularly known as Blackface, has filed a case of intellectual theft against Banky W and Wizkid. Blackface claims the vocal rhythm, melodic progression and lyrical content of principal parts of Slow Whine, a song on Wizkid's debut Superstar album were lifted from his song, Like The Way.
Embattled Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo, popularly known by his music moniker, BlackfaceNaija has sued Wizkid and Banky W for intellectual property theft. Read more »
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