- Nigerian singer Asake recently shared photos of his newly launched cannabis product, Giran Energy 5K.
- This move is similar that of Burna Boy, who launched his BRKFST cannabis business in 2022
- Netizens have shared mixed reactions to the singer's newly launched business
Afrobeats sensation Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has officially ventured into the cannabis industry with his recent launch in California, United States.
Known for his infectious rhythms and captivating performances, Asake is now expanding his creative influence into the cannabis business like his colleague, Burna Boy.
In 2022, Burna Boy embraced the burgeoning market and launched his BRKFST cannabis business in the United States of America.
Via his official Instagram story, on Wednesday, January 29, Asake through a series of photos unveiled the launch of his new cannabis product, called Giran Energy 5K.
The recent move by the Afrobeats superstar has left netizens talking on social media, with many their thoughts on his latest business adventure.
Mixed reactions trail Asake’s cannabis business
TheRadar curated some below:
@TheSilverPr asked, “Asake don dey sell cana ke?”
@ebrahim_oat said, “Na true giran.”
@iammrtaiwo said, “In a country that weed is illegal?! Make it make sense.”
@thebeards_guy said, “No be person wey them see vision say him go Later be pastor be this?”
@_OfHarrison said, “E get how you go draw tattoo for body ehmmm you go come look so dirty like person wey nor dey baff especially as a black man.”
@Macy_Macy0 said, “Na Ayo Maff Sing Dealer But Na Asake Take Am Serious.”
@LintNbrs said, “The business is obviously not for Nigeria. Just like Burnaboy has his marijuana line called BREAKFAST.”
@KarunwiOlasubo2 said, “You left a record label and the only investment you could think of Weed. Nooooooo now.”
@Xperience_Snr said, “This is how it starts.. A very humble guy when he had nothing and no fame. He was good looking and decent, dressed well with zero tattoos. He makes money and fame and decides to become this person. All tattooed from head to toe and now selling and smoking weed. Next will be GUN.”
@emzo_001 said, “This doesn't make any sense!
How is this developing the music industry?
Selling grenade themed weeds is disrespectful to the Nigerian military.”
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Earlier, TheRadar, through the monitoring of Spotify, social media and artiste milestones, compiled a list of milestones and records achieved by Asake’s Lungu Boy so far.
Lungu Boy is Asake’s third studio 15-track album, a follow-up of his sophomore project, Work of Art. Released under the YBNL Nation and Empire Distribution, it features appearances from Wizkid, Travis Scott, Central Cee, Stormzy and Ludmilla
