March 28, (THEWILL) – Some members of late Apala musician, Ayinla Omowura’s family are allegedly at war over the sum of N1 million given to the family by ace movie maker, Tunde Kelani, who recently shot a documentary film of their late patriarch. Released in 2021, the film was based on the tragically short but impactful life and times of the late music icon. It shows how the singer used music to address issues in contemporary society, commending and criticising actions by government and individual.
Following the successful debut of the movie, the daughter of the singer, Halimat Omowura, who is allegedly the spokesperson of the family was accused of collecting more than N1 million from Kelani. This is more so when other family members got to know that the movie was one of the highest grossing movies of 2021. It raked in almost N92 million at the box office.
Halimat and a few relatives allegedly signed a letter authorising the filmmaker to go ahead with the production of the film without duly consulting other members of the family. After she allegedly received the money, those who were not consulted allegedly accused her of collecting more than the declared sum. She was also accused of allegedly recording a song titled, Anigilaje with some Fuji artistes, such as Seffiu Alao and Oyetola Oniwide, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of her father’s death. However, all efforts to prove her innocence were abortive despite explaining that she acted in the interest of the family. The rest of the family is reportedly out for a show down with her.
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