Omanghana
A copyright dispute has emerged ahead of the release of a remake of the popular highlife song “Odo Nwom (Oh Waye),” with King Pee, the former manager of musician Kofi Nti, threatening legal action against Ofori Amponsah, Stonebwoy, and KiDi over the project.
Speaking in an interview on Adom TV’s Badwam Ahosepe on July 23, 2026, King Pee, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Central Multimedia, claimed that the remake was undertaken without the knowledge or consent of Kofi Nti, whom he says holds ownership rights to the song.
Dispute Over Ownership
According to King Pee, “Odo Nwom” was originally released in 2010 as part of the collaborative album Rakia, a joint project by Ofori Amponsah and Kofi Nti.
He argued that although Ofori Amponsah performed on the original recording, he does not have the exclusive right to authorize a remake or new version of the song without Kofi Nti’s approval.
King Pee further alleged that Kofi Nti only became aware of the remake after promotional clips began circulating on social media.
He maintained that any commercial use or reproduction of the song without the necessary authorization could amount to copyright infringement.
Legal Action Threatened
King Pee warned that legal steps could be taken if the matter is not resolved before the song’s official release.
He stated that Kofi Nti’s legal representatives are prepared to pursue action against all individuals involved in the remake, including featured artistes Stonebwoy and KiDi, as well as any other parties connected to the production and distribution of the project.
According to him, protecting intellectual property rights is essential to the growth and sustainability of Ghana’s music industry.
Remake Scheduled for Release
The new version of “Odo Nwom,” produced by renowned music producer Kaywa, is expected to be released on July 31, 2026, under 4 Reez Westside Entertainment.
The collaboration has generated significant anticipation among music fans, with many eager to hear a modern interpretation of one of Ghana’s popular highlife classics.
No Official Response Yet
As of the time of publication, neither Ofori Amponsah nor the management teams of Stonebwoy and KiDi had publicly responded to King Pee’s allegations or the threat of legal action.
It also remains unclear whether any discussions are underway between the parties to resolve the ownership dispute before the scheduled release of the song.
The controversy has reignited conversations about copyright protection and intellectual property rights in Ghana’s music industry, with many observers calling for clear agreements among collaborators to prevent disputes over classic recordings and future remakes.
Source: Omanghana
