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Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by gorociano: 2:34am On Jul 06, 2018 |
[i][/i]Fast-rising Nigerian author and screenwriter, Tomi Adesina has accused streaming platform, iROKOtv of turning her blog series, “Beautiful Stranger”, which she eventually published as a free E-Book in 2015, into a movie “Swings” on its platform. The writer, who recently earned an AMVCA nomination for writing “Hakkunde,” called iROKOtv out on Twitter via her handle @tomi_adesina, claiming that the company refused to bring down the movie after her lawyers wrote to them, saying they did not produce the movie. Adesina however insists that their claim isn’t true as “Swings” opens using iROKOtv montage, a practice that only happen if they either produced, co-produced or sponsored the movie. On iROKOtv site, the movie is described as a true life story and the screenplay credited to Babatunde Adewale. Check out her statement: The month of June started off as depressing due to certain things revolving around my writing career but I thank God that July is starting on a bright note as I got an AMVCA nomination for #Hakkunde. #IrokoTVIPInfringement June was terrible because of the actions of @irokotv – which I’m about to spill after careful considerations. #IrokoTVIPInfringement This is a thread on how the “Netflix of Africa” a.k.a Iroko TV (@irokotv) unlawfully & irresponsibly infringed on my copyright, made money from my work & sweat (of course w/o my knowledge, consent or permission) & are bullishly continuing to do so. #IrokoTVIPInfringement People who follow me already know I am a writer/blogger. This is what puts food on my table & a roof over my head. This is what pays all my bills and keeps me alive. I have no other job or means of livelihood. #IrokoTVIPInfringement So, sometime in 2014 (5th June – 4th September), I consistently published a fiction series titled “Beautiful Stranger” on my blog, here: Beautiful StrangerBeautiful Stranger is a fiction series about meeting that one person who opens our eyes to see the radiance and beauty of life. You sure do not wanna miss out on it. Click the links below ©2014 by …https://tomiadesina./beautiful-stranger-2/ . #IrokoTVIPInfringement For 12 weeks (about 84 days & nights), I painstakingly wrote 14 episodes of this story for my followers for free. I bled at my table, just to birth the “Beautiful Stranger” series. #IrokoTVIPInfringement In 2015, due to popular demand from my readers, I published the story as an Ebook at dl.orangedox.com/z6KFmVmsGQ6qXw… and gave it out for free. My aforementioned blog series and E-book are easily accessible by the public. #IrokoTVIPInfringement Fast forward to sometime in June this year, I received messages from friends & readers of my blog. They were congratulating me on collaborating with @irokotv & turning my story “Beautiful Stranger” into a movie called “Swings”. #IrokoTVIPInfringement They said they watched the movie on @irokotv YouTube page. I was shocked because I knew I never made “Beautiful Stranger” into a movie & I definitely did not do it with @irokotv. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I checked Iroko’s YouTube page here:& saw the 30 mins+ video. In the description box, Iroko directed its 900k+ subscribers to watch the complete movie on its app for $20. #IrokoTVIPInfringement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVRqyuEdL4E I had to download @irokoTv app & pay the required fee to watch the complete movie. When I was done, I had no doubt that, it was my 2014 blog series that was adapted into a movie & monetized, w/o my consent. #IrokoTVIPInfringement How did I know it was my blog series that was adapted into a movie? 1st, all the names of major characters in “Beautiful Stranger” are the same as in “Swings”. 2nd, the settings in “Beautiful Stranger” are the same in “Swings”. #IrokoTVIPInfringement 3rd, the plot/storyline in “Beautiful Stranger” is the same as in “Swings” (from beginning to end). 4th, EVEN THE DIALOGUES IN “BEAUTIFUL STRANGER” ARE USED ALMOST WORD FOR WORD IN “Swings”. #IrokoTVIPInfringement It was like a bunch of actors came together, acted my blog series & then, gave it a different title. They didn't even change the names of the major characters or tweak the storyline. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I was shocked to my bones ‘cos I couldn't believe a brand like @irokotv was profiting from my intellectual property w/o my consent. I then instructed my lawyers to write them to, amongst others, immediately take down the illegal movie from their platforms. #IrokoTVIPInfringement The least I expected @irokotv to do was comply with this simple request. Surprisingly, rather than take down the movie, @irokotv wrote back with a flimsy excuse, only saying they didn't produce the movie themselves. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I write for the movie industry, so I know @irokotv ‘s claim isn’t true as “Swings” opened with their montage. Movie production companies only put their montage if they either produced, co-produced or sponsored/partnered with the movie one way or another. #IrokoTVIPInfringement There are many movies on @irokotv ‘s different platforms that do not start with their opening montage because IrokoTV did not produce, co-produce or sponsor/partner with the said movies, unlike “Swings”. #IrokoTVIPInfringement Apart from (co) producing the movie, I know that the distribution, publication and/or commercialization of the illegal movie is in itself, an infringement of my copyright. #IrokoTVIPInfringement .@IrokoTv could have simply taken down the movie if they had no hand in it, but they chose not to. As I tweet, the movie is still on their app, generating money for them. Iroko are still boldly reaping from my sweat! #IrokoTVIPInfringement #IrokoTVIPInfringement In @irokotv ‘s letter, they did not deny that: Of all the stories I have ever written, “Beautiful Stranger” is one that is most dear to me, anyone who knows me can attest that I take cancer themes really seriously. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I suffered physically & emotionally to write that story for 84 days & nights, so it hurts me so much to see a big international brand like @irokotv reaping from where it did not sow. And doing so very boldly. #IrokoTVIPInfringement The dream of every writer is to adapt their story into a movie one day & show it to the world. It's like seeing your story come to life before your eyes. I am no different, but @irokotv has killed this dream as it pertains to “Beautiful Stranger” #IrokoTVIPInfringement Later, Mr. @JasonNjoku will grant interviews to media houses & investors & construct lengthy medium posts on the magnificent, wondrous things @irokotv is doing. I'm sure he'll conveniently not list copyright infringement as one of those things. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I have instructed my lawyers to initiate civil & criminal proceedings against @irokotv& its directors, pursuant to the Copyright Act, 2004. The courts are the last hope of the common man & I have decided to take my chance at justice. #IrokoTVIPInfringement I hope this serves as a deterrent to other big players in the industry who feel they can trample on the common man & get away with it. I will not be silenced. So help me God. #IrokoTVIPInfringement http://revue.com.ng/screenwriter-accuses-irokotv-of-swingscopyright-infringement/ 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by MANNABBQGRILLS: 6:10am On Jul 06, 2018 |
For 12 weeks (about 84 days & nights), I painstakingly wrote 14 episodes of this story for my followers for free. I bled at my table, just to birth the “Beautiful Stranger” series Say no to Copyright Infringement - GET a good Barrister, your sleepless nights must not be in vain. 37 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Nobody: 6:11am On Jul 06, 2018 |
She should just sue them to court Biko 5 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Mister2: 6:11am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Not looking good |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by manikspears: 6:15am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Shey we get copyright for Nigeria ni,na which day that one start?this one be mumu o 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by lonelydora: 6:15am On Jul 06, 2018 |
This case is DOA 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by TollaKGM: 6:19am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Eyah, this girl has been chanced 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Qaisar1: 6:19am On Jul 06, 2018 |
From the court to the bank. Iroko you know the story. 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by peterkelechi30(m): 6:19am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Not good at all. they should settle the young lady 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by oismail(m): 6:19am On Jul 06, 2018 |
so there is copy right infringement in Nigeria? |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Ijaya123: 6:21am On Jul 06, 2018 |
HARJANI9000: Isn't it too early to start posting daft comment? Back to the topic, please sue them for all they are worth. Pure theft of intellectual property. 30 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by polite2(m): 6:23am On Jul 06, 2018 |
@irokotv plz seek her concent and do the needful 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Ijaya123: 6:23am On Jul 06, 2018 |
manikspears: Will you please quit this arrogant display of ignorance? It is nauseating. 35 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Exwizard: 6:29am On Jul 06, 2018 |
so some rights are actually applicable in Nigeria...... When but nothing like right to live and enjoy here in this country |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Austema(m): 6:29am On Jul 06, 2018 |
I will say something when I finish pouring my wine 3 Likes
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Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by ogolomachi(f): 6:38am On Jul 06, 2018 |
sue their dumb ass.... 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Paulfroshman: 6:38am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Wow 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by CSTR1005: 6:44am On Jul 06, 2018 |
lonelydora:It is not. She should sue them for theft. They will end up paying her which was how it is supposed to be. 5 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by ReformedAPC: 6:49am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Ijaya123:Always extremely painful 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Alejoc(m): 6:49am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Pls go and seek redress in a law court! 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by ReformedAPC: 6:50am On Jul 06, 2018 |
lonelydora:Don't be daft 5 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by ShinskeNakamura: 6:54am On Jul 06, 2018 |
Mehn, this is bad on all levels. I really feel for this young lady. I hate bullies with passion and if I had the chance, I will beat the hell out of that JasonNjoku. Ask him why he did this now and he will tell you that the gal is a small gal and he will handle her case with money. This is Nigeria. A very useless nation where anything goes. Mr Jason will pump money into the courts to make sure the case dies. How I wish I had the money to take up this girls case. Because before you know it, Mr Jason Njoku will buy up the lawyers. Yes.... Its that bad. Nigeria is a shytholle! 8 Likes |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Sarang(f): 6:57am On Jul 06, 2018 |
IROKO PAY HER HER MONEY You didn't know she worked for it abi Stingy people! Even MaryRemy wan fall my hand again This early mo mo |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by omoadeleye(m): 6:59am On Jul 06, 2018 |
everything self na thrash if we watch am 1 Like |
Re: Screenwriter, Tomi Adesina Accuses Irokotv Of “swings” Copyright Infringement by Sarang(f): 7:02am On Jul 06, 2018 |
HARJANI9000: Is because of people like you that we keep wallowing in corruption and PROUD OF IT! 8 Likes |
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