[2] Alex, a member of the writing team for the Native, highlighted "Asiwaju" as a standout track on Ru the World, praising its beat, sound, and widespread appeal, particularly its resonance with supporters of President Tinubu.

He described the album as a showcase of Ruger’s personality and musical talent, noting his "perfect grasp of Afrobeats and modern sounds" as well as the engaging collaborations that enrich the project.

This jump marked Ruger's fourth top-ten entry on the chart, joining "Bounce," "Dior," and "Girlfriend.

It held the position for four consecutive weeks, equaling the four-week reign of Gyakie's "Forever (Remix)" with Omah Lay as the longest-running number-one song released under Sony Music.

"[9] "Asiwaju" eventually spent seven weeks atop the Official Nigeria Top 100, becoming the longest-running number-one song since Fireboy DML and Asake's "Bandana."