Seek permit for live music band or risk sanctions – PMAN tells FCT hotel owners, others

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The Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria, PMAN, Federal Capital Territory Chapter has stated that hotel owners, event planners, and other stakeholders in Abuja’s entertainment industry must obtain permission for live music bands or face potential sanctions.

This was announced by the association’s acting governor, Michael Oyibo Kaycee, at a press conference in Abuja on Friday.

He cautioned stakeholders in Abuja’s entertainment industry to consistently collaborate with certified musicians.

He stated that the association would no longer tolerate exploitation, disrespect, or underpayment of musicians in the capital.

“You are required to obey industrial standards, engage certified musicians, and fill your obligations.

“Our task force is fully operational from today. The system has been taken for granted for too long. It is high time for everybody to understand the function of PMAN in FCT. Show planners, event planners are to take permission from the association.

He sounded the alarm over the steep drop in television audiences, calling it “extremely low” in today’s rapidly changing digital era.

“today, virtually everyone carries a television in their hands. A young boy in a remote area can gain global recognition simply through digital influence. This clearly shows that digital platforms are now the dominant force in content distribution,” he said.

He called on Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, to step in regarding the association’s difficulties.

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