Nigerian music star Asake has come under fire from his former manager and music promoter, Tunde Phoenix, who accused him of turning down lucrative deals worth millions of dollars in 2024.

In a series of Instagram posts, Tunde claimed that Asake rejected high-profile performance offers—including a national show featuring global stars—simply because he did not want to share earnings with his team.

Missed Opportunities: Tunde’s Claims

According to Tunde, Asake declined:
✅ A major national show with global superstars, offering close to $1 million per show.
✅ An Africa tour deal worth $3 million, which included a private jet, band production, logistics, and luxury accommodation.
✅ A Dubai performance offer that would have earned him $400,000 for just 20 minutes on stage.
✅ Big Nigerian corporate gigs, including:

• Flytime Fest (worth over ₦200 million)

• Lagos Countdown performance

• Oando Oil’s end-of-year party ($400,000)

• Tony Elumelu’s private event

Tunde labeled Asake’s actions as “greedy and lazy”, emphasizing that in all of 2024, Asake only performed 11 shows despite being in his prime career years.

Opinion: Business Decision or Career Misstep?

Asake’s alleged decision to decline these massive offers raises key questions:
🤔 Is he protecting his brand, or is he letting ego get in the way of success?
💰 Is rejecting a $1M per show deal a smart long-term move, or is it financial recklessness?
🎤 Should an artist in his prime be doing just 11 shows a year, or should he be maximizing his global presence?

One thing is clear—this controversy is bound to spark industry debates on artist management, money, and loyalty.

What do you think? Did Asake make the right call, or is he wasting golden opportunities? Let’s discuss! 👇🔥