The relationship between Weasel and events promoter Nobat Events has deteriorated following the “Memories of Goodlyf” concert.
The tension between the two escalated when Weasel physically assaulted Nobat, accusing him of failing to pay for his performance. Nobat, on the other hand, claimed that the concert was financially draining, leaving him without any profit despite a hefty investment. The fallout between the two remains unresolved, with accusations flying back and forth.
Promoter Balunywa, a key figure in the events promotion industry, has weighed in on the situation, attributing the debacle to Nobat’s lack of expertise in organizing such large-scale events.
According to Nobat, he spent over 300 million Ugandan shillings on the concert. However, Balunywa believes this figure is exorbitant, hinting that either the costs were exaggerated or mismanaged due to inexperience.
Balunywa emphasized that both Weasel and Nobat were mutually dependent in this venture, with neither party holding a clear upper hand.
Promoter Nobat’s lack of expertise in organizing events was the reason why the cost of organizing Weasel’s concert was insanely expensive for him. Weasel and Promoter Nobat needed each other; nobody helped the other.
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The promoter also touched on broader issues within the industry, criticizing the government’s approach to event regulation.
He expressed frustration over what he perceives as governmental interference in their operations, asserting that promoters have their own code of conduct to guide their activities. However, he pointed out that this code has been violated by some promoters, leading to disunity within the industry.
A notable example cited by Balunywa was Promoter Abtex’s decision to organize a concert for Alien Skin on the same day as Pallaso’s event.
This, according to Balunywa, was a blatant disregard for the ethical standards set by the United National Events Promoters Association and contributed to the fragmentation of the promoters’ community.