Popular Nigerian disc jockey and music producer Imohiosen Patrick, widely known as DJ Neptune, has raised concerns about what he describes as a growing culture of sidelining veteran creatives in the country’s music industry.
Speaking in a recent interview with Hip TV, Neptune argued that experienced artistes are often pushed aside once they attain certain milestones, calling the development a “structural problem” that weakens the industry’s growth.
“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. Abroad, the OGs are still as relevant as the newbies. We need to address the structural issues,” he said.
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The award-winning DJ contrasted the situation with Western music industries, where he noted that older artistes continue to thrive alongside emerging acts.
Reflecting on how he has maintained relevance over the years, Neptune explained that adaptability has been central to his longevity. “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.
