Nigerian singer Shallipopi has decided to stop speaking publicly about his ongoing legal dispute with his former manager and record label boss, Damilola Akinwumi, widely known as Dapper.
The singer said he reached the decision after receiving advice from his legal representatives and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The development follows weeks of allegations involving Shallipopi, Dapper and other former artistes signed to Dapper Music.
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Shallipopi, alongside T.I Blaze and Seyi Vibez, had accused the music executive of various issues relating to their contracts, finances, royalties and the handling of their music catalogues.
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Shallipopi had previously raised concerns over royalties connected to 46 songs.
He also alleged that his signature was used in relation to a 10-year distribution deal involving his music catalogue and Virgin Music Group.
Dapper has rejected the allegations.
The music executive has maintained that he did not sell the catalogues belonging to the artistes to any distributor or other third party.
He also called for the contracts and financial records involved in the dispute to be subjected to an independent forensic audit so the claims could be properly examined.
In his latest statement, Shallipopi explained that his lawyers and the EFCC had advised him not to interfere with the ongoing investigation.
He said he had been asked to allow the legal process to determine the facts of the matter instead of continuing to address the dispute through interviews, social media posts or his music.
The singer said remaining silent should not be taken as a withdrawal of the allegations he previously made against Dapper.
He maintained that he still stands by his claims but believes the proper authorities should now handle the matter.
Shallipopi also explained that his decision affects how he uses his music and public platforms to discuss the case.
He said he would not release songs about the dispute or continue discussing the matter in the media while the investigation remains active.
The singer said the situation has been difficult for him because his music career and the work he has built over the years are closely connected to the dispute.
Despite the pressure, he said he remains hopeful that the investigation will lead to a fair outcome.
The disagreement between Shallipopi and Dapper has also drawn attention to the business side of Nigeria’s music industry, particularly issues involving artiste contracts, royalty payments, music distribution agreements and ownership of music catalogues.
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