JTON Music has broken its silence in the explosive contract dispute with fast-rising Afrobeats star Qing Madi (Amanda Pearl Chukwuma), strongly denying allegations of harassment, intimidation, or threats to the young singer’s life.
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In a detailed press release, the label insisted it is a law-abiding company committed to resolving the matter through the courts rather than public drama. The company emphasized that Qing Madi was the one who first approached the court, and it has only responded to protect its substantial investments in her career.
“JTON has no personal issue with the artist. This matter is not about intimidation, bullying, or any threat to her person. It is a legal and commercial dispute concerning rights, obligations, investment, and the protection of works.”
JTON categorically denied any form of threat:
“JTON categorically states that it has not threatened the artist, nor has it authorized anyone to threaten, harass, intimidate, or endanger her in any way. Any suggestion to the contrary is completely denied.”
The label clarified the recent High Court of Lagos State ruling, noting that contrary to some public interpretations, the court granted part of its interlocutory injunction application. This restrains Qing Madi from releasing, publishing, or performing music, recordings, or content produced, promoted, or financed under JTON, and from entering new deals using the brand and platform developed by the company, pending the full determination of the suit.
JTON further highlighted its existing recording and distribution agreements with Sony Music and Bu Vision, stressing that these must be respected by all parties.
The company expressed concern that the matter is being misrepresented online as personal persecution instead of a standard contractual and investment protection issue. It urged the public and media to allow the judicial process to run its course without spreading unverified claims.
This latest response comes after Qing Madi publicly accused her former label of sabotage, including alleged forgery of her signature and attempts to derail her career following the release of her EP Barely Legal. The young artiste has also claimed victory in a previous $2 million lawsuit filed against her by the label.