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Don Jazzy
April 27, 2026

68% of Nigeria’s Streaming Volume Flows Through Foreign Companies and Two Names on a Billboard List Won’t Fix That

In March 2026, Billboard published its annual Global Power Players list, the census of executives shaping the international music business outside the United States. Two names from Nigeria made the cut: Don Jazzy, CEO of Mavin Records, and Tega Oghenejobo, the label’s President and COO since 2024. The recognition arrived without much ceremony in the... Read More
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April 15, 2026

The Attention Currency: Don Jazzy’s Lesson for African Creators

Creators Veteran music producer Don Jazzy recently exposed a critical failure point in the African creator economy. Emerging artistsand digital creators continue to treat marketing as a cultural taboo. They rely entirely on a drop-and-pray strategy. This approach guarantees obscurity in a highly saturated market. The era of the elusive artist is dead. Digital consumers process information... Read More
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March 13, 2026

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo Named Billboard 2026 Global Power Players

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo have been named among the 2026 Global Power Players by Billboard for their influence on the international music business. As founder of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy has helped take Nigerian music to global audiences, building a roster that includes Rema, Ayra Starr, and Johnny Drille. Oghenejobo, who became president and... Read More
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June 22, 2025

The Don Jazzy Deal: Why the Mavin Records Sale Is Africa’s Biggest Cultural Milestone Yet

In February 2024, when Universal Music Group (UMG) confirmed its acquisition of a majority stake in Nigeria’s Mavin Records, it was easy to see it as just another music industry merger—a business-as-usual transaction between capital and creativity. But this was no routine acquisition. This was a tectonic shift in how African culture is valued, owned,... Read More
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Mavin Record Delves into Filmmaking with “Chapter EX”
November 14, 2024

Mavin Record Delves into Filmmaking with “Chapter EX”

Internationally recognised music record label founded by Don Jazzy, Mavin Record, has announced the production of its debut short film, “Chapter EX”. Directed by Daniel David and starring Tomi Ojo, Deji Osikoya, and Amarachi Audu, the 11-minute short film was released on YouTube on November 13. “Chapter EX” tells the story of Eve, who believes... Read More
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Wizkid
April 29, 2024

Weekend Recap  In Case You Missed It | Rema, Wizkid, Davido, Don Jazzy, D’Banj, Burna Boy, Bobrisky

Rema rants about the music industry Despite being known as one of the less controversial celebrities in the Nigerian music industry, Divine Ikubor, also known as “Rema”, was recently active on popular social media platform X (formerly known as ‘Twitter’), where he opened up on some issues concerning his observations in the entertainment industry. The... Read More
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August 10, 2023

Mavin Records Welcomes Lifesize Teddy as She Unveils Her Debut EP ‘LST’

Mavin Records, the iconic music label established by Don Jazzy, has unveiled its newest gem, Lifesize Teddy. The excitement was palpable as Don Jazzy himself took to his Instagram page to introduce the world to this remarkable female rapper, an embodiment of dedication and perseverance. Lifesize Teddy’s journey to this momentous signing was nothing short... Read More
The Music Blog
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August 8, 2023

Don Jazzy Opens Up On How He Used To Sell Akara With His Mum Hoping Big Men Will Give Him Money

In a candid and captivating chat on the Zero Conditions podcast, the ever-charismatic Don Jazzy unveiled a side of his journey that’s as heartwarming as his chart-topping hits. Before the glitz and glamour of the music scene, young Don Jazzy was cooking up dreams right alongside his mom, selling akara in the bustling streets of... Read More
The Media Blog
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July 17, 2023

Timeless Classics and Unforgettable Anthems: The Old Cats Who Defined Nigerian Afrobeats

When we talk about the Nigerian Afrobeats scene, we can’t ignore the pioneers who paved the way for its global acclaim. We’re talking about the legends, the ones who laid the foundations before “Afrobeats” became the buzzword of the 2000s. Artists like Fela Kuti and King Sunny Ade deserve a shoutout for their invaluable contributions,... Read More
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July 14, 2023

Don Jazzy Reveals Why Wizkid Wasn’t Signed to Mo’ Hits and Names Artists He Wishes He Could Have Signed

In a candid conversation with podcaster Fisayo Fosudo on the Leaderboard Show, Don Jazzy, the acclaimed head of Mavin Records, shed light on why he couldn’t sign Wizkid to Mo’ Hits, the record label he co-founded with D’banj in 2006, which unfortunately dissolved in 2012. Don Jazzy disclosed that Wizkid’s signing with Banky W’s Empire... Read More
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April 19, 2023

‘Songs weren’t good enough’ – Don Jazzy opens up on collaborating with Wizkid

Don Jazzy, one of the most legendary producers in the music industry, recently held an interactive session on his Instagram account, answering various inquiries from his fans. One of the questions asked was whether he had any plans to collaborate with Wizkid, a highly respected artist in Nigeria. Don Jazzy revealed that they have actually... Read More
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December 1, 2022

Mavin Records reveals album tracklist for ‘Chapter X’

The upcoming album from Don Jazzy’s record company, Mavin Records, is titled Chapter X, and its track listing has been released. The album’s tracklist was released by the record label on Wednesday via social media. Songs like “Alle,” “All I’m Saying,” “Ogini Na Fio,” “Won Da Mo,” “Amin,” “Overloading,” “Losing You,” “Won Le Le,” “Jara,”... Read More
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December 1, 2021

DON JAZZY Presents 1million naira cash prize as Seyi Tinubu is made Patron at the magnificently Concluded The Beatz Awards 2021

The organizers of The Beatz Awards put up a classical event for her guest, giving them a tremendous time not minding the nature of Awards. Faces of the Corporate world & Entertainment Industry in attendance: Don Jazzy, Mike Abdul, MayD, Titi kuti aka Ade Tiger, Chairman Pazino Homes and gardens: Patrick Agbaza , SACO, SLK,... Read More
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November 27, 2021

THE BEATZ AWARDS 2021:Don Jazzy to honour winner with 1million naira at the sixth edition of the event

History is about to be made again at the biggest night in African music for the behind-the-scene professionals is here; “THE BEATZ AWARDS | The Sixth Edition”.  These professionals will be recognized like never before for their unique contributions throughout the year. THE BEATZ AWARDS | The Sixth Edition will air live on our official website,... Read More
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Rema Bounce
March 24, 2021

This is what the artwork of Rema’s ‘Bounce’ means, according to Rema

”This record was inspired by the luscious and magnificent body of the African woman,” Rema told Pitchfork in a statement after Bounce was released in February. The single was produced by Mavin head honcho Don Jazzy, and off his yet-to-be-titled debut album coming out this year. With its pumping techno-house beats, Bounce feels like it... Read More
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February 15, 2021

Don Jazzy, Iyabo Ojo, and Taaooma… Here are the top 10 Nigerian TikTok influencers | From The Masterlist

The video-sharing app, TikTok, has slowly become a popular entertainment platform amongst Nigeria’s youths. Researchers and trend watchers have predicted that the app would be taking a sizeable bunch of Instagram’s users. The hilarious, educating, and exciting entertainment content on the platform is what attracts a plethora of users. Such content would not exist without... Read More
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February 12, 2021

Don Jazzy, Bizzle Osikoya, and Joey Akan… Check out the top 10 Afro-pop influencers in Nigeria | From The Masterlist

Afro-pop, also known as African popular music, has travelled across the world and planted roots in many hearts. Music, Afro-pop music, is one of Nigeria’s biggest exports. Nigerian musicians and entertainers are quickly becoming world superstars. This massive success we’ve gained regarding our music industry wouldn’t be entirely possible without influencers. Here’s a list of... Read More
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Ayra Starr
February 11, 2021

Ayra Starr’s future collaboration with Rema and other takeaways from her interview with Toolz

Mavin’s latest signee Ayra Starr dropped like a bombshell two weeks ago, bewitching the internet with a montage-teaser label owner Don Jazzy had posted on social media. What also dropped was her eponymously titled debut EP Ayra Starr, and soon enough the elephant in the room was raised: the comparisons with singer Tems. In an... Read More
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#EndSARSA
October 4, 2020

#EndSARS: Nigerian celebrities have joined the fight against police brutality and a protest is underway

If we said the call to end the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) of the Nigerian Police started five years ago, we would be forgetting that Police brutality has been a long time phenomenon and social media only helped propagate the massacre. And, thanks to social media, our voices can be heard and celebrities have asked... Read More
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Don Jazzy and Tiwa Savage
September 2, 2020

DSS’ interest tells us free speech comes at a huge cost in Nigeria

The relationship between Nigerian leaders and citizens has never been at its best. We can describe the relationship using words like ‘war’, ‘struggle’, ‘protest’, with the government appearing to only be interested in establishing policies that further create hostility between both parties. Lately, the debate on free speech has rocked the nation, consequent of government... Read More
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August 11, 2020

Josh2Funny, Taaooma, Tacha, Lasisi…Here are YNaija’s Top 10 Influencers for July

The month of July has seen the shine and rise of comedic skit makers on social media, who have given Nigerians respite in these trying times. We have seen a definite intention in the content produced by these influencers, with it taking a more pungent political voice. YNaija’s Top 10 Influencers for July is a... Read More
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January 30, 2020

Don Jazzy, Sola Sobowale, Alibaba, Omotola Jalade, other A-list Nigerian creatives step out for UNDP ‘Create to Develop’

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Nigeria held its first in a series of development conversations with the Nigerian creatives dubbed #CreateToDevelop. This is part of the recently launched UNDP Nigeria Development Dialogue series aimed at creating platforms for conversations to constructively inform Nigeria’s development agenda. The #CreateToDevelop dialogue brought together a representation of veterans and young... Read More
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November 26, 2019

The Beatz Awards 2019: Don Jazzy to reward renamed award category ‘Don Jazzy New Discovery Producer’ With N1m

THE BEATZ AWARDS TM 2019 held the 5th Edition of the awards at the Shell Hall, Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos on Sunday 24th of November 2019, attracting top music professionals to the glamorous awards night from around the country. The awards was hosted by popular musician, Dr. Sid and the crowd was thrilled by amazing... Read More
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