Nigerians have questioned popular rapper and music executive, Olamide, following the exclusion of singer Asake from the line-up of YBNL Nation’s upcoming reunion concert.
Gists9ja reports that Olamide signed Asake to his record label, YBNL Nation, in 2022 following the success of his hit single, ‘Omo Ope’.
However, Asake parted ways with the record label in 2025 to establish his independent music imprint, Giran Republic.
Announcing the reunion concert, Olamide disclosed that the event would bring together current and former artistes who have been associated with YBNL Nation since its establishment in 2012.
The concert is scheduled to hold on December 18, 2026, in Lagos State and is expected to feature several artistes who have contributed to the growth of the record label.
However, an announcement video shared on Olamide’s Instagram page featured a line-up comprising Lil Kesh, Adekunle Gold, Young Jonn, Fireboy DML, DJ Enimoney and music producer Pheelz.
The absence of Asake from the announced list has sparked reactions on social media, with several fans questioning why the ‘Mr Money’ crooner was left out of the reunion.
Some users also demanded explanations over the absence of other former YBNL artistes, including Chinko Ekun, Davolee and Viktoh.
Reacting to the announcement on X, @perolee_music wrote, “Where is Asake, Chinko Ekun, Davolee and Viktoh????”
Similarly, @afroonthebeat questioned the authenticity of the reunion, writing, “Full YBNL reunion but Mr Money no dey? Una sure say na reunion?”
Another user, @justlophez, asked, “Why is Asake not included in this lineup?”
Also reacting, @yungwayne24 expressed disappointment over Asake’s exclusion, saying, “Where’s ASAKE ? Why ASAKE no go dey there ? Badoo no fit do this excluding Mr Money out of all, ahn ahn. As how now?”
Meanwhile, @Ab_teach214 wrote, “No understand, na me no watch am well or asake no de there?”
Another fan, @YOCIS765, threatened to boycott the concert over the singer’s absence, writing, “Them no add Asake I no Dey go anywhere.”
The development has continued to generate discussions among music fans, particularly over whether Asake’s departure from YBNL Nation influenced his absence from the highly anticipated reunion concert.
