Don Jazzy Responsible For Mo’Hits Split — D’Banj

Legendary Afrobeat Singer, Oladapo Oyebanjo, well known as D’Banj, has finally opened up about the legendary breakup of Mo’Hits Records, revealing that the decision to part ways was entirely Don Jazzy’s idea.

In an interview, D’Banj said, “It didn’t coOme from me, the idea to go our separate ways didn’t come from me, it came from Don Jazzy 100%. That’s why we’re still cool, and that’s why he gave me 100 percent of my catalog, even 10 other songs I haven’t released. It’s not about the record label for me, it’s about the movement and future.”

He added that Don Jazzy ensured his career remained smooth by giving him full ownership of his catalog, including unreleased tracks.

Reflecting on their final hit together, “Oliver Twist,” D’Banj said, “For me personally, even though it was a journey and he had his opinions, I knew that we needed to cement that global movement, and I’m glad that, in the end, God still made it happen for us.”

Mo’Hits Records, co-founded by D’Banj and Don Jazzy, was a powerhouse that shaped Nigerian music, producing chart-topping hits and launching stars like Wande Coal, Dr SID and D’Prince.

After the split, Don Jazzy went on to build Mavin Records, signing talents like Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, Tiwa Savage, Rema and Ayra Starr.