Nigerian dancehall star Cynthia Morgan, now known as Madrina, has once again brought her long-standing dispute with her former record label boss, Jude Okoye, to the public eye.
In a strongly worded statement posted on her Instagram page, the singer accused Okoye of badmouthing her behind her back and avoiding every attempt she has made to resolve their differences face-to-face.
Background of the dispute between Cynthia Morgan and Jude Okoye
Cynthia Morgan’s fallout with Jude Okoye dates back to around 2016 when she suddenly faded from the spotlight despite being one of Nigeria’s most promising female dancehall artists. In 2020, she opened up during an Instagram live session, claiming that her contract with Northside Entertainment left her financially and emotionally drained. She also revealed that she lost access to her stage name, social media accounts, and royalties.
In response at the time, Jude Okoye denied the allegations, stating that he did not take ownership of her name or music rights. He also shared parts of her contract to back his claims. The controversy sparked mixed reactions among fans and music industry stakeholders, with many calling for more transparency in label-artist agreements.
Accusations of backdoor talks
The singer, who once enjoyed massive popularity under Okoye’s Northside Entertainment, expressed her frustration over the music executive’s alleged refusal to communicate directly with her. According to her, all her efforts to schedule a physical meeting with Okoye since their falling out in 2016 have failed.
In her Instagram post, she stated plainly, “All you have done since 2016 is talk behind my back. All efforts to see you in person have been to no avail.”
She claimed that rather than seeking a resolution, Okoye has chosen to stay silent while continuing to speak negatively about her in private.
Disappointment and accusations of dishonesty
Morgan didn’t hold back in expressing her disappointment. She suggested that Okoye’s silence and unwillingness to meet may be rooted in guilt and shame over how their professional relationship ended.
“It is news that I am disappointed in you and I know you are also disappointed in yourself, hence your no-face policy,” she wrote, implying that Okoye was avoiding confrontation because of his own conscience.
She also accused him of dishonesty and alleged that he had been instrumental in blocking her progress by withholding what she believed she rightfully earned.
The singer added a spiritual undertone to her post, suggesting that their unresolved conflict has moral and divine consequences. She reflected on the idea of reaping what one sows, acknowledging that she may have made mistakes in the past, but insisting that Okoye, too, must answer for his actions.
“But you see, I know I had to reap my destruction for sowing in flesh,” Morgan wrote. “And you too will reap yours for being an instrument and for holding back such earnings through dishonesty. As we all know, God cannot be mocked.”
Her statement hints at both regret and a sense of justice. While she admits to personal failings, she maintains that Okoye’s role in the breakdown of their working relationship cannot be overlooked.
However, Okoye, a music executive known for managing the now-defunct music duo P-Square, has remained largely silent regarding the matter in recent months. has not responded to Morgan’s latest claims.
A pattern of industry conflicts Cynthia Morgan case
Cynthia Morgan is not the only Nigerian artist who has spoken out about challenges with record labels. In recent years, several artists have come forward with stories of contract disputes, unfair treatment, and emotional stress during and after their time under various music management deals.
Her renewed outburst adds to the growing list of industry feuds that highlight the need for better legal protection, transparency, and communication between artists and label executives.
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