Veteran record producer and Mavin Records founder Michael Collins Ajereh, widely known as Don Jazzy, has voiced concern over a noticeable decline in musical collaborations among Nigerian artistes, warning that the trend poses a threat to the long-term growth of the nation's music industry.

Speaking during a recent appearance on the On The Grind podcast, the influential music executive urged creatives to set aside excessive ego and work together more frequently, noting that collective synergy remains essential for sustaining Afrobeats' global momentum.

Don Jazzy emphasized that even multi-talented artistes capable of independently writing, producing, and recording their own music still require creative partnerships to expand their reach and evolve artistically.

"Most Nigerian artistes need to drop their pride, grow up and understand that no man is an island. A tree cannot make a forest. If you are so talented and versatile and can write, produce and sing, kudos to you. But still, you need to collaborate. I am a fan of collaboration. I came into this business collaborating with people and I am forever going to keep collaborating," Don Jazzy stated.

Throughout his two-decade career—spanning Mo' Hits Records and Mavin Records—Don Jazzy has built his business model on collective star power, spearheading landmark ensemble albums and cross-generational hits that launched multiple A-list careers.

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