Nigerian singer Oniyide Azeez Adigun, popularly known as Zinoleeksy, has taken a significant step in his music career by officially parting ways with music executive Naira Marley. Reports confirm that the talented artist has launched his own record label, Zinodict Music, named in honor of his loyal fanbase.
New Beginnings for Zinoleeksy
A quick look at Zinoleeksy's social media accounts reveals that he has a new single, Nostalgia, on the way. Popular media personality Tunde Ednut also celebrated the ex-Marlian signee for this strategic development in his career.
Legit.ng recalls reporting that Zinoleesky posted an unsettling message about being “powerless” in the music industry. Shared through the Insta-stories section of his verified Instagram page, the post immediately ignited conversations. More troubling is that it comes exactly two years after the passing of Mohbad, his former labelmate.
The father of two suggested that he has been taken advantage of and may no longer be aligned with the vision or leadership of Marlian Music, owned by Naira Marley. Zinoleesky wrote: “I am standing up not just for myself but for every artist who has ever felt powerless or taken advantage of. We deserve better. We deserve transparency, fairness, and respect.”
Context and Reactions
Before Mohbad died in 2023, he released several videos accusing Marlian Records of physical intimidation, emotional torment, and threats to his life. He specifically mentioned Zinoleesky at the time, calling him a “snitch” — a claim that created a sharp divide among fans. Zino never defended Mohbad publicly. Instead, he stayed silent through the chaos, earning criticism from those who felt he abandoned his colleague.
Now, two years later, his sudden declaration of being “taken advantage of” has people connecting dots that were previously ignored. Though he did not directly mention Naira Marley or the label, Zinoleesky’s message gives the impression of someone reaching a breaking point.
Netizens Celebrate Zinoleeksy's New Label
Legit.ng compiled the reactions below:
- finegeh_djdella said: "Toooor Every servant must be free one day."
- jockfreshprince said: "He has left this Marlian Music like how many times now?"
- jxsh_like_dat said: "Okay he has left marlian music fine….but has marlian music left him?????"
- ijeomaebu1 said: "@iammohbad seee ur doings man?? do moreeee."
- tommybomb_official said: "Just stay there since you wan Dey do ride or kpai."
- nicopaid7 said: "Any bad news about marlins na him ona go dey post up and down but make them release music now no one of ona go promote am for them oo shior."
- verycooltomi said: "make he no leave o, dey form loyalty."
- vickruzh001 said: "Imole Don carry this one glory go."
- typicalaramide said: "People wey still club together on Tuesday ?? Zino don pass record label shii with Naira , He’s a FAMILY."
- official_kdb2 said: "Innocent boy with love all around him."
- beatsbydjc said: "The boy try sha ,he has been loyal to a level. GOD help him as he's about to start a new journey."
- Another comment read: "Abeg ,dem kidnap u? Na people wey dem kidnap we Dey face now ,when MOHBAD spoke out u said he was lieing."
Zinoleesky Reflects on Being Powerless
Zinoleesky earlier picked who to save between Davido, Burna Boy, and Wizkid in a tricky question from skit maker Peller during a TikTok live session.
