‘Feature Me On Ghana’s Currency’ – DJ Azonto Demands From NDC

Ghanaian artist and disc jockey Ice Boss, previously known as DJ Azonto, is seeking $100 million in compensation from the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

He claims the party used his hit song “Fa No Fom” without permission at a campaign rally. Represented by his management team, Rolls Royce Family, Ice Boss demands this monetary compensation for the unauthorized use of his copyrighted music.

Additionally, he is requesting iconic national recognition from the NDC for the perceived misuse of his work.

“Currently known as Ice Boss, DJ Azonto’s chart-topping single, which has captured the hearts of millions, was played at an NDC rally without prior authorisation from the artist or his management,” reads part of a statement issued by Sammy Anim, Public Relations Officer for Rolls Royce Family.

In addition to financial compensation, Ice Boss has made an unprecedented request should the NDC win the upcoming general elections: he and his family are to be featured on Ghana’s currency, the Cedi.

“In addition to this monetary demand, Ice Boss has made a distinctive request. Should the NDC ascend to power in the upcoming elections, he wishes to be honored by being featured on Ghana’s Cedi note.

This feature will not only include Ice Boss himself but will also showcase his mother, wife, and three children as the new Big Six, symbolising family, cultural pride, and national recognition,” the statement continues.

The artist previously criticized Dr. Bawumia for allegedly misusing his intellectual property. DJ Azonto’s management team, Rolls Royce Family, has voiced its disappointment in a press statement, highlighting their dissatisfaction with how the situation has been handled and the lack of proper authorization for the use of the artist’s work.