AFRIMMA (African Muzik Magazine Awards) has expressed deep sadness over the untimely loss of the Nigerian Street Hop sensation, Mohbad. The organization has emphasized the significance of regulating and institutionalizing the music entertainment industry in light of Mohbad’s tragic demise.

Mohbad, a 27-year-old musician also known as “Imole” (Light), had shown immense promise in his career, captivating fans worldwide with his creativity and captivating lyrics. His unexpected demise on September 12, 2023, has sent shockwaves through the music industry and left millions of fans in grief.

President and Executive Producer of AFRIMMA Mike Dada sent his sympathies to Mohbad’s family, the Nigerian music industry, and his fans. He lamented the passing of potential talent and urged further institutionalisation of the music and entertainment industry in Africa.

Dada emphasised that institutionalisation is essential to achieve the goal of curbing the unprofessional practices within the industry.

AFRIMMA is actively trying to organise stakeholders in the creative industry, especially in Nigeria, in order to establish regulated operations and guarantee the industry’s professional development.

He highlighted the necessity of music industry regulation to prevent it from degenerating into an unregulated free-for-all, citing the low entry requirements that currently allow anyone to establish a music record label without proper oversight. To address this issue, African countries should establish Music Institutes to regularly certify industry practitioners.

AFRIMMA has urged various stakeholders, including government officials, artists, record labels, producers, promoters, and other professionals in the entertainment industry, to actively participate in this crucial process by submitting proposed legislation for review and discussion.

Furthermore, given that there have been accusations of foul play, AFRIMMA’s worries are consistent with the Nigerian Police’s current investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death.

The music industry, both in Nigeria and internationally, have paid tribute to the late Street Hop sensation, whose music is currently seeing a rebirth in popularity.

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