DJ Neptune cries out as Nigeria pushes veterans aside unlike abroad

Popular disc jockey and producer Imohiosen Patrick, widely known as DJ Neptune, has raised a serious concern regarding what he describes as a structural problem in the Nigerian music industry: the habitual sidelining of veteran artists and creatives once they reach a certain level of success.

In a recent interview with Hip TV, DJ Neptune argued that the Nigerian music industry fails to allow veteran stars to thrive alongside newcomers, a trend he contrasts sharply with Western music industries.

“In Nigeria, once you reach a certain level they push you aside like, ‘Oya go to that corner, we’re done with you.’ It’s a structural problem,” DJ Neptune stated.

“Abroad, the OGs are still as relevant as the newbies. We need to address the structural issues.”

Speaking on his own sustained relevance over the years, the producer credited a conscious effort toward re-invention and adapting to the changing times.

“Although I don’t plan to do this all my life – when it’s time to take a bow, I will. But what I have just done over the years is that I know when it’s time to re-invent. That’s life. Things are changing so you need to move with the time,” he added.