Before becoming a global music sensation, Mr Eazi faced a defining moment that nearly crushed his confidence in business. At just 19, he ventured into diesel supply with hopes of striking a deal with MTN, only to watch ₦19 million vanish when fuel deregulation disrupted the market.
Pooling resources from his uncle, aunt, and a family friend, the young Eazi believed he was on the path to early success. Instead, plummeting prices forced him to sell fuel at a loss, leaving investors disappointed and the venture in ruins.
Looking back, the Banku Music pioneer doesn’t see that loss as failure but as the foundation of his entrepreneurial mindset. The experience, though harsh, gave him a practical understanding of risk, resilience, and accountability—skills he later carried into music, tech, and other ventures.
Today, Mr Eazi credits that setback with preparing him to navigate the unpredictable world of entertainment and business, proving that early defeat can plant the seeds of greater victories.
