By Lucy Ezeliora
Famous Comedian, Hon. Dr. Frank Otoide, popularly known as Frank D. Don, played host to the Top Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN) yesterday at his residence.
PMANs to promote, protect, and preserve the interests of Nigerian musicians and music.
Speaking at the ceremony, the SSA, to the Governor on Entertainment appreciate members of the Association for being united and honouring his call.
He also appealed to them to focus more in promoting their music, protect the rights of artists in case of infringement, ensure the songs of local artists are promoted on the airwaves and to encourage artists’ unity in Delta State.
PMAN has envisioned a future for Delta entertainment and is determined to make sacrifice to bring it to life with the more Agenda of this present administration,”
He appealed to the government to support PMAN in Delta and emulate other states where the music industry receives support, enabling them to expand and improve their skills
“We are gathered here today to key into the more agenda of the Governor to also thank him for creating a good environment for the musicians and we want him to look into the life of the musicians and I believe he will surely support us”
The chairman of PMAN, Comrade Henry said many musicians are struggling to make end means due to lack of support from the government. Despite creating employment opportunities for up to 15 people per musician, they receive no assistance, unlike traders and other professionals. The chairman of PMAN emphasized the need for government assistance during a recent gathering.
However, He urged the government to provide tangible support, such as soft loans and programs, to help them thrive.
He further stated that fellow musicians should remain committed to their craft and abide by government regulations and highlighted the peaceful nature of the music industry and its potential for growth with proper support.
“We need support because we see the government are doing a lot, supporting traders and other professions
but musicians have not been benefiting from the government, so we are looking at this very present administration in how we can come up with something that will
help to keep up the work and to abide by the rules of the government.”
He appealed to the government to emulate other states, where the music industry receives support, enabling them to expand and improve their craft.
“In Other states, you have to know they are using they are using better musical instruments because some of them are supported by the government so we want the government to please come and help us”
The event was attended by musicians from various backgrounds and aimed to foster collaboration and discuss the challenges faced by the music industry.
