Mr. Jollof Criticizes Nigerian Music Artists Over High Performance Fees

Popular comedian and social commentator Mr. Jollof has raised concerns over the rising cost of securing Nigerian music artists for performances, describing the current rates as “unrealistic” and potentially damaging to the country’s entertainment landscape.

In a post shared via his Instagram story, Mr. Jollof, whose real name is Freedom Atsepoyi, called on artists to show restraint as the December festive season approaches.

He warned that excessively high performance fees could force event organizers to cancel or scale down events, ultimately affecting fans and the broader celebratory spirit associated with the end-of-year period.

“Some of these fees are ridiculous,” he wrote. “You want to kill the vibe before December even starts?”

Concern for the Entertainment Ecosystem

Mr. Jollof urged music artists to consider the financial pressure on event organizers, especially in light of Nigeria’s current economic challenges.

He noted that while artists deserve to be compensated for their work, pricing must remain within reason to preserve the vibrancy of the entertainment industry during peak seasons.

“Organizers are spending millions on venues, logistics, and security — then you drop one crazy figure for 20 minutes on stage?” he added.

The entertainer stressed that entertainment should be accessible, and that the focus should be on delivering joy to the audience — not pricing out events entirely.

Call for Balance

As December approaches — traditionally the busiest month for live shows, concerts, and festivals across Nigeria — industry insiders have warned that high operating costs could pose challenges for both organizers and fans.

Mr. Jollof’s comments have ignited a conversation around fair pricing, particularly as some top-tier Nigerian artists reportedly charge tens of millions of naira per appearance.

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The debate also raises questions about how much influence big-name performers have over event viability.

Industry Silence

As of the time of reporting, no major artists or their management teams have issued official responses to Mr. Jollof’s remarks.

However, discussions online suggest that many fans agree with his position, while others argue that artists have the right to set their own value.

Industry stakeholders are now watching closely to see whether this public criticism will spark broader dialogue around pricing standards and sustainability within Nigeria’s live performance sector.

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