A proposed UK tour has turned into a public dispute between singer Timi Dakolo and promoter Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as Baddest DJ Timmy. What DJ Timmy’s camp presented as an unpaid debt has now drawn a firm denial, a detailed legal response, and threats of a lawsuit from the Great Nation crooner.
The exchange, which played out in a solicitor’s letter dated July 18, 2026, highlights the risks and responsibilities that come with international touring agreements in the music industry.
The Allegation: A £4,106 Bill For A Tour That Never Happened
According to documents shared via Timi Dakolo’s Instagram, DJ Timmy and his company, Revolve Entertainment, accused the singer of owing £4,106.
The alleged debt was said to cover expenses tied to a planned UK tour, including “venue arrangements, graphic design, domain registration, website fees, video editing, visa deposits and consultation fees”.
DJ Timmy’s team had reportedly been pushing for payment publicly, effectively issuing an ultimatum for Dakolo to settle the amount.
Timi Dakolo’s Response: The Promoter Was In Breach
Dakolo’s lawyers, Tope Salami of Whitestone Solicitors and Consultancy, responded with a letter that flatly rejected the claim.“Our Client unequivocally denies these allegations,” the letter stated.
The legal team argued that the dispute stems from a written Performance Agreement for the proposed UK tour. Under that agreement, Revolve Entertainment, as the Promoter, was contractually responsible for several key items: Securing venues Providing sound, lighting and technical production Arranging local production Bearing visa-related costs, flights, accommodation and transportation.
Crucially, the solicitors said those expenses were non-recoupable and were to be borne entirely by the Promoter. The only costs that could be recouped, they noted, were advertising and promotional expenses, and only if Dakolo and his management had first approved them. The agreement also stipulated that “no deposit was payable to their client”.
On why the tour never took place, Dakolo’s team placed the blame squarely on the promoter.“Unfortunately, the proposed tour never proceeded because Revolve Entertainment failed to satisfy fundamental production requirements, particularly in respect of sound, lighting and technical production, which were contractual obligations resting solely upon the Promoter”.
Threat Of Legal Action
Having denied the debt, Dakolo’s lawyers went a step further. They described the statements made by Revolve Entertainment and DJ Timmy as “false and defamatory” and indicated that legal action would follow if the claims continued.
The letter was shared publicly on Dakolo’s Instagram page, signaling that the singer intends to clear his name in the court of public opinion as well as in court.
Context: Dakolo And Public Payment Disputes
This is not the first time Timi Dakolo has spoken out about unpaid work. In October 2025, the singer publicly called out O’tega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Digital Engagement, over an alleged unpaid job, posting: “Mr @otegaogra please pick your calls. I did my job”.
Ogra responded at the time that the matter was institutional and warned that further personalization would attract “professional and legal redress”. No further details about that job were made public.
Dakolo has also been vocal about the treatment of gospel and music artists in Nigeria, arguing that musicians should be paid fairly for their work and not be expected to minister for free.
What This Means For The Industry
Tour disputes are not new in the Nigerian music scene, but this case highlights two recurring issues.
First, the importance of clear contracts. Dakolo’s team leaned heavily on the Performance Agreement to argue that financial and production responsibilities lay with the promoter. When tours collapse, who absorbs the sunk costs often comes down to what was signed.
Second, the role of public pressure. DJ Timmy’s camp went public with the debt claim. Dakolo responded in kind, using his platform and legal counsel to rebut it point by point. In an era where reputation can impact bookings and brand deals, both sides clearly saw the need to control the narrative quickly.
Industry observers note that UK tours are expensive to mount, and promoters often front-load costs for venues, visas, and marketing. Artists, on the other hand, are wary of being held liable for expenses they did not approve.
Where Things Stand
As of now, no court filing has been announced, but Dakolo’s lawyers have put Revolve Entertainment and DJ Timmy on notice. The £4,106 claim remains disputed, and the singer maintains he owes nothing because the promoter failed to meet contractual obligations.
For fans, the hope is that the matter is resolved without dragging both parties through a lengthy legal battle. For now, the ultimatum has been met not with payment, but with denial and a counter-threat.
The dispute serves as a reminder that behind the music and the shows, the business of entertainment runs on agreements, accountability, and, sometimes, very public disagreements.
