Ruger pauses music career amid legal dispute with former girlfriend

Nigerian singer Ruger’s record label has explained why the artist has been absent from the music scene.

The label said that Ruger has stepped back from performing while he deals with a legal dispute involving a former girlfriend.

According to the statement, the former partner has filed a lawsuit against Ruger, claiming “emotional distress” and seeking “damages.”

In part, the label wrote: “Ruger was caught up in a series of personal challenges after someone he dated decided to sue him for alleged ‘emotional distress,’ and ‘damages.’”

The label also noted that Ruger plans to return to the music industry in August.