Zinoleeksy record label launch trends as singer exits Naira Marley’s camp and unveils Zinodict Music, marking a new career phase
Nigerian singer Oniyide Azeez Adigun, popularly known as Zinoleesky, has made a major career shift after reportedly parting ways with music executive Naira Marley and unveiling his own record label in Lagos on Friday, April 24, 2026.
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The development marks a new phase in the singer’s journey as he introduces a personal imprint named Zinodict Music, signalling a strategic move toward independence in the Nigerian music industry.
Zinoleesky, who rose to prominence under Marlian Music, has now positioned himself as an independent act, with reports indicating he is preparing new releases under his own label.
A check on his social media platforms showed teasers of a forthcoming single titled Nostalgia, further suggesting an active push into a fresh creative direction.
The Zinoleeksy record label launch has drawn widespread reactions online, with fans and entertainment commentators describing the move as a bold step in the singer’s evolving career.
Media personality Tunde Ednut also publicly acknowledged the development, celebrating the singer’s decision as a significant milestone in his music journey.
However, the move comes against the backdrop of earlier controversies linked to his former record label.
Zinoleesky had previously shared messages suggesting frustration within the structure of the industry, describing feelings of limitation and lack of control.
His comments resurfaced discussions around the late Mohbad, a former labelmate whose passing in 2023 sparked widespread conversations about artist welfare and label relations in Nigeria’s music scene.
Although Zinoleesky did not directly address his former label in the latest announcement, his transition has been interpreted by many observers as a decisive break from his past professional structure.
Fans have since taken to social media to express mixed reactions, with many congratulating him on his independence while others revisited past tensions linked to the Marlian Music camp.
Despite the debate, the singer’s new direction reflects a growing trend among Nigerian artists seeking creative control and ownership of their music careers.
Industry watchers say the move could redefine his trajectory, especially if his new label gains strong commercial momentum.
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Zinoleesky’s latest step adds to an ongoing conversation about artist autonomy, industry structure, and the evolving nature of Nigeria’s Afrobeats ecosystem.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
