The Performing Musicians’ Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has commenced a nationwide update of its national database as part of preparations for the disbursement of the Copyright Levy to eligible members.
In a notice issued to musicians across the country, PMAN called on all registered members to complete the Copy Levy Beneficiary Verification process, in line with the Memorandum of Understanding signed with the Musical Copyright Society Nigeria Ltd/Gte (MCSN) on July 1, 2020. The association said the exercise is aimed at confirming genuine beneficiaries and ensuring a transparent and credible disbursement process.
PMAN noted that the verification drive follows the sustained efforts and leadership of its President, Pretty Okafor, in protecting the rights and welfare of performing musicians nationwide. According to the association, updating the database is critical to guaranteeing that musicians who are entitled to benefit from the first tranche of the Copyright Levy are properly identified.
Members have been advised to submit accurate personal and professional information, including their state and local government area, valid means of identification, proof of musical work and bank account details where applicable. PMAN warned that false information or multiple submissions would lead to automatic disqualification.
The association also emphasised that the verification process is completely free, cautioning members not to pay any individual or group in the course of registration.
Eligible musicians have been urged to complete the verification promptly via the official registration link, while those requiring assistance can contact PMAN through its dedicated support email.
The notice was signed by Elizabeth Khara Gabriel, Esq., Acting General Secretary of PMAN, who reiterated the association’s commitment to transparency, accountability and the protection of musicians’ interests as the copyright levy disbursement process gets underway
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