Fuji music icon, Wasiu Alabi Ajibola Odetola, popularly known as Pasuma, has issued a 14-day cease-and-desist notice to several music and entertainment firms over the alleged unauthorised use and exploitation of his intellectual property.
In the notice dated June 5, 2026, Pasuma warned that legal action would be taken against any individual or organisation found to be using his works, image, likeness, sound recordings, musical works, visual recordings and other intellectual property assets without his express written consent.
The document, titled “Notice To Cease And Desist From Infringing And Declare Proof Of Authorization On The Intellectual Property Of Wasiu Alabi Ajibola Odetola P/K/A Pasuma,” was addressed to interested parties and the general public.
According to the Fuji star, his intellectual property rights cover sound recordings, musical works, visual recordings, image rights, name and likeness.
He alleged that some entities had been exploiting these rights on digital platforms and other internet-based services without obtaining proper authorisation.
Pasuma said the alleged infringement cuts across streaming platforms, video-on-demand services, app stores, lyrics websites, blogs, gaming platforms, closed digital communities and virtual aggregation sites.
He maintained that such acts amount to illegal exploitation of his intellectual property and violations of the Nigerian Copyright Act, 2022.
In the notice, Pasuma demanded that the affected parties immediately stop all unauthorised use of his intellectual property, remove infringing content, halt the distribution or promotion of materials linked to the disputed works, and provide a statement of account detailing any exploitation of his works.
He also directed any party claiming to have authorisation to submit copies of valid written agreements within the stipulated period.
The singer warned that failure to comply within 14 days of the publication of the notice, with a deadline of June 19, 2026, would leave him with no option but to pursue legal remedies.
According to him, such legal steps may include applications for injunctive relief, claims for damages and other remedies available under Nigerian law.
The notice was signed by Pasuma and copied to several organisations and individuals in the music and entertainment industry, including High Kay (Q) Dancent Ltd, Sarolaj Music & Films International, Role Model Entertainment Ltd, NextXtar, Stability Production, UMIDam, Moh Saheed, OgaNla TV, Monya Shau Films & Records (Q), and G3 Entertainment Limited.
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