Nigerian singers Omah Lay and Tems have been released from police custody in Uganda according to Mr Eazi.
Omah Lay and Tems were arrested on Sunday, December 13, 2020 for performing at a concert in Uganda and disobeying COVID-19 protocols.
After about two days in custody and a court appearance, the singers have been released, and the issue resolved according to Nigerian music star Mr Eazi who has been following the situation.
“Pleased to hear that My brothers and sisters are to be released & the case is resolved, Big love to everyone who worked on this,” Mr Eazi wrote on Twitter.
The musician also thanked the Government of Uganda and the Chief Of Justice In Uganda for resolving the issue.
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He also asked promoters to follow rules and regulations and must e accountable for flouting the rules.
“On the said issue, Promoters must adhere to Rules and Regulations & be held accountable for flouting these rules. We African Creatives get Little or no support, for the soft power & amount of Jobs we create! The sector must be looked at holistically! God bless Africa.”
On the said issue, Promoters must adhere to Rules and Regulations & be held accountable for flouting these rules. We African Creatives get Little or no support, for the soft power & amount of Jobs we create! The sector must be looked at holistically! God bless Africa.
— The Evil Genius (@mreazi) December 15, 2020