America-based Nigerian singer, Emma Ike Agu, popularly known as Allah-Bama, who was in the country recently, has frowned at the Federal Government’s decision to prosecute anyone caught abusing naira, saying the move will further impoverish Nigerian entertainers.
The singer was in the country to put finishing touches to his dance project called Wajo, which happens to be his latest music offering.
Sharing his experience while he was in the country, Allah-Bama said he was faced with the sad realities of how the budding talents in the country are struggling to make ends meets. He particularly disagreed with the Federal Government following its decision to clampdown on those spraying naira during performances and at parties
According to him, spraying money while performing at parties helps to increase the income of the entertainers, while banning such practice will affect their pockets. He, however, pleaded with the government to endeavour to put certain measures in place that would allow the entertainers including dancers, comedians and singers to be sprayed during performances.
“That is how many of them make their money. A ban on such practices may finally bring entertainment industry practitioners to their knees,” he stated.
Recall that popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, was sentenced to six months in jail without the option of fine for abusing the naira. Also, popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest is standing trial in court for similar offence.
Allah-Bama gained prominence in the country’s music scene in the early 90s, before relocating to the United States following the frustration and conspiracy that later became the order of the day in the music industry.
He’s due to fly into the country again to wrap up his Wajo dance project is currently danced by youths across the globe.
