Asake Became Too Big to Manage – Ex-Manager Stephen Nana Opens Up on Split
Former manager of Afrobeats sensation Asake, Stephen Nana, has opened up about the reasons behind their professional split, revealing that the fast-rising star became “too big to manage.” In a recent interview, Nana explained that Asake’s rapid success came with increasing demands, pressure, and a level of fame that made their working relationship difficult to sustain.
Nana, who played a key role during the early stages of Asake’s breakthrough, expressed no bitterness, noting that he’s proud of how far the singer has come. However, he admitted that navigating the logistics and expectations of Asake’s skyrocketing career eventually became overwhelming.
The revelation has stirred conversations in the entertainment space about artist management, fame, and the growing challenges behind the scenes as Nigerian acts like Asake rise to global recognition.
