Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has been dealt a significant blow after her movie “Love In Every Word” was taken down from YouTube due to copyright claims. The movie, which had garnered over 7 million views, was removed after a Canadian-based network engineer, Chinonso Obiora Skyberry, filed a complaint against Omoni Oboli.
According to reports, Chinonso claimed that some establishment shots used in the movie were owned by him, and therefore, the movie infringed on his copyright. YouTube, in accordance with its policies, took down the movie, leaving Omoni Oboli and her team devastated.
The news of the movie’s removal has sparked outrage on social media, with many people expressing their support for Omoni Oboli and condemning the actions of Chinonso Obiora. Many have questioned the timing of the complaint, wondering why Chinonso waited until the movie had gained so much traction before filing his complaint.
Omoni Oboli has yet to comment on the situation, but her fans and colleagues have taken to social media to express their disappointment and frustration. The incident has highlighted the importance of copyright laws and the need for creators to ensure that they have the necessary permissions and clearances before using any material in their work.
This is not the first time Omoni Oboli has faced challenges with her work. Last year, she had to take down one of her movies due to copyright issues. Despite these setbacks, Omoni Oboli remains one of the most respected and talented filmmakers in Nollywood, and her fans are eagerly waiting to see how she will bounce back from this latest challenge.
See some Reactions below;
Mazi Olisaemeka: “Why exactly did YouTube take down that Omoni Oboli’s movie that has already crossed the 6m mark. That’s really unfair.”
Irebami Olakanm1: “Why are they always doing this to Omoni Oboli? This is the second time. Not when the movie ranked many views. I pity her, sha.”
Enoch Owolabi: “How can people be this wicked? How do you claim rights to something that isn’t yours? What kind of evil-mindedness is this? A movie with over 7 million views is gone.”
Princexdeybo: “This is wickedness, nah.”
Firstladyxxo: “Kai, this is sad, man. Jesus, 7 million gone just like that.”
Iamlilian_official: “The enemies have come, oh.”
Ifyprecious_adewale: “This is terrible, lol.”
Jennifer Trimnell: “Haters, that’s why.”
Vivian Pavy: “Haters, that’s why.”
Adeolamiji Ade: “Wickedness at its peak.”
CHUKS: “Someone will suffer finish, when it’s the time for the person to reap what he sow, someone else will spóil everything.”
Lord Pero: “Love in every word. Sweet movie by Omoni Oboli pulled down by Chinonso Obiora due to copy right.”
MUMMY DEE OF THE ABROAD: “Possibly they’ve been secretly Reporting the movie , Most of them on that YouTube space were obviously not happy with the hype Omoni Oboli TV / Love in Every word was getting ; The heart of human is truly wicked ; Let’s just hope it’s a Glitch.”
Pretty Hoodlum: “CHINONSO OBIORA-sky berry is laying claims on some establishment shots used in Omoni Oboli’s film. she should hold the editor responsible, they are really careless when it comes to EST shots, you find same shots in like 5 different movies. I feel bad 7 million views gone”
