Mavin Records has announced a major leadership change, naming Tega Oghenejobo as President and Chief Operating Officer of Mavin Global. Recognised for his impactful work as COO, Tega’s promotion highlights his contributions to Mavin’s growth and signals exciting future plans for the renowned record label.
In an Instagram post, Mavin Records stated,
With Tega Oghenejobo’s inception into his new role, we stand ready to further solidify our global footprint, enhance our roster of exceptional talent, and set new benchmarks within the industry.
We are proud to announce the appointment of Tega Oghenejobo as the President and Chief Operating Officer of Mavin Global.
This expanded leadership role builds upon Tega’s existing position as COO, reflecting his extensive contributions to the company’s growth, and his importance to its future strategic direction.
“From the early days, I’ve seen him delve into the business, build teams, develop executives, and create sustainable careers for our talents. His commitment to Mavin and African music has been relentless, and I’m certain that with him in this role, we’ll continue to achieve remarkable milestones for our artists and the company,” Don Jazzy wrote.
In response, Tega Oghenejobo, expressed his gratitude to Don Jazzy, whom he described as a “supreme leader,” for the trust placed in him.
“I’m honored to step into this new role as President & COO of Mavin Records. It means embracing new challenges, setting new goals, and reaching new heights. Thank you, Supreme Leader @donjazzy, for your unwavering belief in me, your visionary leadership, and your trust in my ability to help execute this mission of leading the Mavin team and contributing to our industry at large.”
He also acknowledged Mavin’s artists, teams, industry stakeholders, and partners, crediting them for shaping his vision and fueling his commitment to the company’s mission.
Mavin Records, founded by Don Jazzy in 2012, has been instrumental in launching the careers of some of the most successful Afrobeats stars, including Ayra Starr, Johnny Drille, Crayon, Rema, and Ladipoe.
The label’s impact on the African music scene has been widely recognised, with accolades such as the MTV Africa Music Award for Best Record Label in 2013 and 2014.
Earlier this year, Universal Music Group acquired a majority stake in Mavin Records, signaling its growing global influence.
