Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has issued a sharp warning to a social media user over comments about his young daughter.
The incident occurred on January 22, 2026, after Skales shared a photograph of himself and his child, whom he affectionately called his “passenger princess,” on his official X (formerly Twitter) account.
The confrontation began when an X user, WisdomCN, quoted the singer’s post, claiming the child bore a striking resemblance to the singer’s former label mate, Wizkid.
“The girl too resemble Wizkid, very beautiful,” the user wrote.
The artist who has historically kept his family life private, responded directly, calling the comment “nonsense” and a violation of his family’s boundaries.
“You see if una wan dey do una nonsense no bring am near my family… you no go like wetin I go do you,” he replied.
The exchange comes amid heightened tension in the Nigerian music industry, with ongoing public feuds involving Wizkid and other figures like Seun Kuti. Observers suggest this volatile climate may have influenced Skales’ defensive response.
Public reactions were mixed. Some netizens supported Skales’ stance on family privacy, while others argued the fan’s remark was harmless. Critics noted that doppelgängers are common and cautioned that posting family photos online invites commentary.
Despite backlash, Skales has not retracted his statement, maintaining his position against the inclusion of his family in online “industry bants” or agendas.
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