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Popular Sierra Leonean dancehall artist, songwriter, and music producer from Makeni, Stuntman Official, has spoken about the growing disagreement within the country’s music industry over the handling of an alleged $30,000 donation reportedly made to the Association of Music Producers.
The issue has sparked debate among industry stakeholders over accountability, transparency, and leadership within musicians’ organisations.
In a video circulating on social media, Stuntman Official said the controversy is linked to support reportedly provided by President Julius Maada Bio during preparations for the April 27 Independence Day celebrations.
According to him, he engaged the president of the Association of Music Producers, Lord Mo, who allegedly explained that the funds were not specifically intended for the Independence Day project but were instead electoral support. He added that the exact amount received was not disclosed and that the President had advised that discussions between the presidency and the association remain confidential.
Stuntman Official said the main disagreement centres on how the funds were utilised. He explained that Lord Mo reportedly stated that the money was insufficient to cover payments for all 20 to 30 artists involved in the Independence Day song project.
However, some members of the association have reportedly alleged that the funds were mismanaged and distributed among a few individuals, with no adequate support provided for the intended project or participating artists.
The artist also criticised the interim leadership of All Stars, the musicians’ body, for what he described as a lack of initiatives to organise Independence Day activities and secure opportunities for artists.
He argued that stronger leadership from All Stars could have ensured that any support from the Presidency directly benefited musicians involved in the project.
Stuntman Official concluded by calling on the Association of Music Producers to address the concerns raised and urged All Stars to learn from the controversy, stressing that leadership should be measured by its impact on members.
The allegations have generated discussions among music industry stakeholders and social media users. However, neither the Association of Music Producers nor All Stars has issued an official statement addressing the claims.
