N50million Awarded to Orits Wiliki in Recent Court Decision

The Federal High Court in Lagos has awarded N50 million in damages to renowned Nigerian musician Orits Wiliki for loss of revenue in a case against Premier Records. The legal battle is centered on the use and sales of three of his albums, “Tribulation,” “Conqueror,” and “Wha’ Dis Wha’ Dat.”

The court ruling also shed light on the expiration of the recording contract between Orits Wiliki and Premier Records in connection with these albums. It was determined that the contract had expired 25 years after the album’s release, and the court found the recording contract relied upon by Premier Records to be inconsistent with this fact.

Also, the court issued a perpetual injunction against Premier Records, thereby restraining them from any further use or sale of the albums “Tribulation,” “Conqueror,” and “Wha’ Dis Wha’ Dat.”

This legal victory marks a significant milestone for Orits Wiliki, a celebrated figure in the Nigerian music industry. It underscores the importance of protecting the rights and interests of artists in their creative works.

FAQ 

1. What was the basis of Orits Wiliki’s lawsuit against Premier Records?

Orits Wiliki filed a lawsuit against Premier Records over the use and sales of three of his albums: “Tribulation,” “Conqueror,” and “Wha’ Dis Wha’ Dat.” He claimed loss of revenue and sought legal redress.

2. What did the court determine regarding the recording contract between Orits Wiliki and Premier Records?

The court ruled that the recording contract had expired after 25 years after the release of the albums. It found the recording contract relied upon by Premier Records to be inconsistent with this fact.

3. What was the outcome of the court case for Orits Wiliki?

Orits Wiliki emerged victorious in the court case. The Federal High Court in Lagos awarded him N50 million in damages for the loss of revenue. It issued a perpetual injunction against Premier Records, prohibiting them from further using or selling the albums “Tribulation,” “Conqueror,” and “Wha’ Dis Wha’ Dat.”