“I’ve Never Had Constant Power In Nigeria”- Sarz Opens Up On Creative Struggles

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“I’ve Never Had Constant Power In Nigeria”- Sarz Opens Up On Creative Struggles

Renowned music producer and executive Osabuohien Osaretin, widely known as Sarz, has highlighted how poor infrastructure, particularly unreliable electricity, hinders Nigeria’s creative sector.

During a recent appearance on the Afropolitan podcast, Sarz discussed how power outages can prevent creatives from maximizing their inspiration, leading to lost opportunities.

The 36-year-old shared that despite spending his entire life in Nigeria, he has never experienced uninterrupted 24-hour electricity supply.

“I grew up here, and I’ve never had electricity all day, every day. Sometimes I wake up full of ideas and ready to make music, but there’s no power. Even simple tasks like buying fuel can be complicated due to strikes or shortages. You end up accomplishing nothing, and your potential goes to waste,” he explained.

Sarz further noted, “To perform at your best, a creative mind needs the right environment. When basic infrastructure is missing just when your mind is ready, it becomes a huge obstacle.”

He stressed that reliable infrastructure is essential for the growth of Nigeria’s entertainment industry, which continues to face limitations due to these fundamental challenges.