Afrobeats sensation Oxlade has revealed that he feels more appreciated in Ghana than in his home country, Nigeria, while also addressing personal and professional hurdles within the Nigerian music industry.
Ahead of the release of his debut album ‘Oxlade From Africa’, the singer took to social media to express frustrations about being undermined by certain figures in the industry. During a recent interview, Oxlade elaborated on his cryptic posts on X (formerly Twitter), where he hinted at being boycotted and blackmailed by some influential people in the Nigerian music scene.
“I hate the mindset of people trying to play god,” Oxlade said, explaining that his posts stemmed from his dislike for individuals who believe they can control the course of someone else’s career. According to him, these challenges are often unrelated to music and come from personal grievances.
“Sometimes, it’s because they feel I don’t greet them properly when I see them outside,” Oxlade said, speaking in Pidgin English. Despite the issues, he made it clear that he doesn’t intend to call out anyone by name, choosing to stay focused on his work rather than fuel unnecessary drama.
During the interview, Oxlade also discussed his collaboration with Ghanaian hip-hop legend Sarkodie on his debut album. When asked why he worked with Sarkodie, Oxlade shared that Ghana has shown him more love and support than Nigeria. His remarks echo similar sentiments from other Nigerian artists, like Rema, who recently mentioned receiving more love from fans in India.
The debut album ‘Oxlade From Africa’ marks a significant milestone in his career, with the title inspired by the racial discrimination he faced in France. This is also where his hit single ‘Kulosa’ earned an SNEP diamond certification, further establishing Oxlade’s growing global recognition.
As Oxlade continues to promote his debut project, his revelations shed light on the complexities of navigating fame within the Nigerian music industry and how international love continues to fuel his journey.
