Nollywood actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye has publicly expressed deep distress and raised serious concerns over alleged piracy of her work, accusing a man identified as Emmanuel Davis (also referred to as Emmanuel Davies) of unlawfully uploading her movie to YouTube and claiming rights to its soundtrack, resulting in the demonetization of her content.
In an emotional video shared across social media platforms, Ademoye broke down in tears while detailing how the unauthorized upload of her film *Where Love Lives*—which had garnered significant views—led to YouTube demonetizing her official channel's earnings. She further alleged that the individual, associated with "Lagos Sounds," pirated a song specifically created for the movie and distributed it on platforms like Spotify and others, compounding the financial and emotional impact on her hard work as a creator and producer.
Ademoye described the incident as heartbreaking, emphasizing the toll piracy takes on Nigerian filmmakers who invest time, resources, and passion into their projects. "They stole my work," she reportedly stated, urging the public and authorities to address the rampant issue of content theft in the industry. She called out Emmanuel Davis directly, sharing his identity to highlight the perpetrator and prevent further exploitation.
The actress has received an outpouring of support from fans, colleagues, and entertainment enthusiasts who have condemned the alleged actions and called for stronger protections against piracy in Nollywood. Many have echoed her frustration, noting that such incidents undermine creators' livelihoods and discourage investment in original Nigerian content.
This development underscores ongoing challenges in the Nigerian entertainment industry, where digital piracy continues to affect revenue streams from platforms like YouTube. Ademoye’s bold stand serves as a rallying cry for creators to protect their intellectual property and for platforms to enhance mechanisms against false claims and unauthorized uploads.
Bimbo Ademoye remains committed to her craft and continues to produce high-quality films that resonate with audiences across Africa and beyond. She has encouraged supporters to report piracy and advocate for fair compensation for content creators.
Bimbo Ademoye cries out after a man identified as Emmanuel Davis pirated her movie on YouTube, uploaded it on his channel, and caused YouTube to demonetize her content. He also took a soundtrack from the movie and uploaded it on Spotify and other digital platforms. pic.twitter.com/6gboF4ZKh3
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