BNXN Explains Why He Cut Off Close Friends After Releasing Captain
Nigerian singer BNXN, whose real name is Daniel Benson, says he ended some close friendships after releasing his second studio album, Captain, because he felt they could damage his career. According to The Guardian Nigeria, he made the remarks on The Nadeska Show on Apple Music, released on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
What BNXN said about the friendships
The interview centred on the personal experiences that shaped Still In Charge, according to The Guardian Nigeria.
BNXN told host Nadeska that, months after Captain came out, he found out “some things that were just not right” about people close to him, according to The Guardian Nigeria. He said he then chose to step away from those friends.
He explained that the decision was necessary because staying close to them might have harmed his future in the long run. The outlet noted that he did not name the people involved or say what he discovered. For that reason, his comments do not amount to an allegation against any individual.
BNXN also urged people to pay attention to their instincts when dealing with friends and others they trust, the report says.
Career pressure and the new project
The Guardian reports that BNXN also spoke about a period when he had no management or team. He said he saw himself at the time as one of Nigeria’s eight most-streamed artistes. The report did not say which streaming platform or period that ranking refers to.
He also described how hard it can be to hold on to confidence in difficult periods, even when professional success does not solve the problems around you. According to the report, he began restructuring his affairs, and he linked that process to the development of Still In Charge.
A profile on Yespress says Apple Music listed a six-song EP with that title for release on October 1, 2026.
Background on Captain
Captain is BNXN’s second studio album. Yespress says it was released on July 3, 2025, with 16 tracks. The Guardian lists Seyi Vibez, Victony, FOLA and the Soweto Gospel Choir among the guests, while Yespress also names Rema.
The album followed his 2023 debut, Sincerely Benson. The Guardian adds that he performed as Buju before adopting the name BNXN in 2022, and that his earlier projects include Sorry I’m Late and Bad Since 97.
The Guardian’s music desk also reviewed the album, under a headline saying he played it safe and offered polish without progress.
Quick timeline:
- 2022: He adopts the name BNXN.
- 2023: He releases his debut album, Sincerely Benson.
- July 2025: Captain is released.
- October 1, 2026: Still In Charge EP is listed for release, per Yespress.
- October 6, 2026: The Nadeska Show interview is released.
What happens next
No response from anyone involved was reported in the sources reviewed. Any further detail about the friendships would have to come from the singer himself or his team. Fans can follow his official pages for updates on Still In Charge.
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