A recent development has brought hope to a resolution in the long-standing royalty dispute between gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her former record label boss, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, popularly known as EeZee Tee. According to Nancy Nnadi, Managing Director of EeZee Concept Limited, peace talks are underway to settle the matter amicably.
The dispute began in January 2025 when Mercy Chinwo sued EeZee Tee, accusing him of diverting $345,000 in music royalties. This lawsuit came two years after Chinwo parted ways with EeZee Conceptz over financial disagreements. The tension escalated when Nancy Nnadi publicly accused Chinwo of financial misconduct, prompting Chinwo to file a defamation suit demanding a public apology and removal of defamatory posts.
In a significant turn of events, Nancy Nnadi retracted her earlier allegations against Mercy Chinwo, stating, “On the advice of my lawyer, and for the sake of peace and love of God, I retract my earlier post about Minister Mercy Chinwo. I also pray that Almighty God perfects the ongoing settlement process being facilitated by the Fathers of Faith between her and EeZee Concept.” This retraction signals a shift towards resolving the dispute outside the courtroom.
The reconciliation efforts are being facilitated by respected religious leaders, referred to as the “Fathers of Faith,” who are mediating to foster peace and unity within the gospel music community. This move towards settlement indicates hope for an end to the bitter dispute that has drawn significant public attention.
If successful, the settlement could not only put an end to months of legal tension but also serve as a powerful example of conflict resolution and forgiveness within faith-based creative spaces. Both parties appear committed to resolving their differences outside the courtroom, with sources suggesting that all parties are working in good faith toward a final agreement.
