Nigerian gospel artistes Yinka Ayefele and BBO have come under scrutiny after Beautiful Nubia alleged that they plagiarized the melody of his song, 'Seven Lifes'. Beautiful Nubia, a prominent figure known for his conscious themes and advocacy for cultural preservation, made the claims via an Instagram post, pointing out a recurring issue in the gospel music sphere where artists lift melodies without proper acknowledgment. In his post, he highlighted that both Ayefele's 2012 track, 'My Faith in God (Igbagbo Ireti)', and BBO's recent single 'Amin' have significant similarities with his prior work.

The accusation raises important questions regarding copyright respect and the integrity of the Nigerian gospel music scene. Beautiful Nubia expressed frustration over what he sees as a growing trend of artistic theft among gospel musicians, calling for more awareness and respect for original works. He emphasized that the repeated occurrence of such infringements reflects poorly on the industry and undermines the efforts of genuine artists striving to convey authentic messages through their music.

As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how Ayefele and BBO will respond to these serious allegations. Their responses could not only impact their individual careers but also influence the broader discourse on copyright issues within Nigeria's music industry, prompting discussions on the need for stronger protections for original artistic content and the moral responsibilities of musicians toward their peers.