Timi Dakolo, promoter clash over alleged £4,106 debt

A public dispute has intensified between UK-based music promoter Otis Kubeyinje, known as Baddest DJ Timmy, and Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo over an alleged £4,106 debt. The promoter claims Dakolo has refused to settle expenses incurred during preparations for a canceled UK tour.

Dakolo, through his legal representatives, has vehemently denied the allegations, labeling them false and defamatory. His legal team asserts that the tour's failure stemmed from the promoter's alleged breach of contract, specifically regarding essential sound, lighting, and technical production requirements. They maintain Dakolo is not liable for any expenses and have demanded a retraction, public apology, and removal of social media posts within seven days, threatening legal action for defamation and blackmail.

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Dakolo neither promoted the tour nor became liable for any expenses, claiming the promoter was in breach of the agreement.

Despite the legal warning, DJ Timmy has continued to press his claims. He released audio recordings he alleges capture someone from Dakolo's team acknowledging the debt and agreeing to payment. The promoter also shared what he described as invoices and receipts detailing expenses for the proposed tour, which was slated to cover cities including Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, and London in May 2026.

DJ Timmy had previously demanded payment by July 20, threatening to expose details of Dakolo's private life if the debt remained unpaid. The ongoing dispute has sparked considerable online discussion, with both parties firmly entrenched in their opposing positions regarding the alleged financial obligation.

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DJ Timmy has continued to press his claims, releasing audio recordings which he alleged captured someone in Dakolo’s team acknowledging the debt and agreeing to make payment.