Ruger, a Nigerian artist, has launched his record company, ‘Blown Boy Entertainment’.
Ruger debuted to prominence in 2021 under Jonzing World, a D’Prince-owned label that is affiliated with Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records.
However, on Sunday, the ‘Asiwaju’ hitmaker unveiled his own music label and an Instagram feed.
He also changed the names on his social media profiles to suit the new label.
Ruger used a voice tape to express gratitude to those who have supported him during his career and ask for their continued support.
The 24-year-old singer also said he will soon reveal his next plan for the year via the new channel.
“Hello, everyone, it is Ruger out here. I want to be closer to my fans. People that have been supporting me since the beginning of my career up till this moment. I love you guys so much. I feel like there is a lot you do not know about me. There is a part of my life that you do not know. How fun I am to be with, to vibe with. And I want you guys to know that part. I want to share that part with you,” he said.
“As you have seen now, I just started my own label. I need all the support. I need all the love, up close and personal. I love you guys so much. I am going to be sharing some snippets with you guys—my plans for the year. And you know you guys are going to get firsthand everything I am going to do this year. I love you guys so much.”
It remains to be seen if he had left Jonzing World.
Born Michael Adebayo, Ruger has won several awards for his craft.
In 2021, he won the AFRIMA best newcomer award, and also the best new artiste category at the 2023 Soundcity MVP Awards.
He has also released two extended plays (EPs), titled ‘Pandemic’ (2021) and ‘Second Wave’ (2022).
Last September, he came through with ‘RU The World’, his debut album.
