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Don Jazzy Debunks Ayra Starr Exit Rumour

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3 months ago

August 7, 2026

Mavin Records founder Don Jazzy confirms Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr remains with the label, dismissing speculation about her departure

Mavin Records founder Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has dismissed reports that Grammy-nominated Afrobeats singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, known professionally as Ayra Starr, has left the record label.

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Don Jazzy made the clarification on X on Thursday evening after a fan praised the music executive for continuing to support artistes who had previously departed Mavin Records, with Ayra Starr mentioned among them.

The comment prompted Don Jazzy to directly address the speculation, making it clear that the 24-year-old singer remains part of the Mavin family.

“Lol my Ayra my pikin my celestial being is still very much a Mavin abeg o,” Don Jazzy wrote.

The affectionate response quickly put to rest the growing rumour surrounding Don Jazzy Ayra Starr and the singer’s status at the label.

Ayra Starr has been one of Mavin Records’ most successful artistes since joining the label.

Her rise has been marked by international recognition, major collaborations and a growing global audience, culminating in Grammy recognition as her career continued to expand beyond Nigeria.

The clarification also comes shortly after the singer featured in another wave of online speculation following reports that South African authorities had denied her a visa to enter the country.

However, South African Consul-General to Nigeria, Professor Bobby Moroe, subsequently disputed those reports, saying immigration authorities had no record of a visa application or rejection involving Ayra Starr or members of her team.

The consul-general’s clarification added another layer to the recent online speculation surrounding the singer, although neither development has altered her position within Mavin Records.

Don Jazzy’s latest intervention provides a straightforward answer to the latest claim, confirming that Ayra Starr remains with the label as speculation about her professional future continues to circulate online.

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For Mavin Records, the clarification also reinforces the continuing relationship between the label and one of its most prominent contemporary stars, whose career has become an important part of the company’s international profile.

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Oluna’s Ifa Festival Draws Pasuma, Malaika to Owode Egba

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7 hours ago

November 2, 2026

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Oluna Ifa Festival 2026 brought Pasuma, Malaika, Ibrahim Chatta and other celebrities to Owode Egba for a two-day cultural celebration

Owode Egba in Ogun State became a centre of cultural celebration on October 30 and 31, 2026, as the families of High Chief Ayoola Adeyi Olaifa, the Olu Nla, also known as Oluna of Owode Egbaland, hosted a two-day Ifa Festival featuring prominent Fuji musicians, Nollywood personalities and traditional rulers.

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The event, tagged Ifa Festival ’26, was organised around the theme of heritage, music and community, bringing together residents, visitors and entertainment personalities for two days of cultural activities and live performances.

The first day of the celebration took place at Olunla Villa, Balogun Quarters, Owode Egba, with Fuji musician Sulaimon Alao Malaika leading the entertainment.

He was joined by Alhaji Saheed Bamidele, popularly known as Ife Arawe, guest artiste Olariiki and Awise Mass Kenny, also known as Eyinju Oganla.

Activities continued on Saturday, October 31, at All Saint School 1, Owode Egba, with a bigger entertainment line-up led by Fuji star Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, popularly known as Oganla.

Other performers included Segun Johnson and T.I Blaze, while Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta was scheduled to make a special appearance.

Yemi Olade and Kukoyi Adedoyin served as masters of ceremonies for the second day’s programme.

The festival also featured a strong traditional and royal presence. Oba Kolawole Arewa Sowemimo, the Gbadewolu 1 and Olu of Owode Egbaland, was named Royal Father of the Day, while Chief Otunba Michael Oluwole Soretire chaired the occasion.

The gathering brought together traditional leadership and contemporary entertainment, highlighting the role of cultural festivals in celebrating community identity and connecting different generations.

With Fuji performances, celebrity appearances and the presence of traditional rulers, Ifa Festival ’26 provided a platform for residents and visitors to celebrate the heritage and communal spirit of Owode Egbaland.

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The organisers described the event as an opportunity to celebrate culture, tradition and the identity of the community, placing Owode Egba’s cultural heritage at the centre of the two-day gathering.