Nigerian Singer Skales Condemns Cubana Chief Priest Over Controversial Jos Attack Remarks
Popular Afrobeats artist Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, widely known as Skales, has launched a scathing public criticism against celebrity socialite Cubana Chief Priest following controversial comments the businessman made regarding the recent deadly attacks in Jos, Plateau State. The violent incidents, which resulted in multiple fatalities, have triggered nationwide sympathy and condemnation across Nigeria.
Controversial Statement Sparks Immediate Backlash
Cubana Chief Priest initially expressed sympathy for victims of the Jos violence but then suggested the attacks were orchestrated as part of a deliberate plot to embarrass President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his 74th birthday celebrations. The socialite urged security agencies to intensify their efforts, praised the President, and offered prayers for those who lost their lives.
However, this political framing of the tragedy quickly drew widespread backlash from Nigerians across social media platforms, with many citizens expressing outrage that anyone would prioritize potential political embarrassment over the devastating human loss.
Skales Delivers Emotional Response
Joining the growing chorus of criticism, Skales took to social media to directly address Cubana Chief Priest's remarks, describing them as "delusional" and "insensitive." The singer expressed profound disbelief that a public figure could focus on presidential embarrassment while real human lives had been tragically cut short.
"This guy is delusional ... I can't believe he said that ... life's lost and all you care about is the president being embarrassed... I can't believe you sat down and wrote this ... where is your conscience... you have kids don't you also @cubana_chiefpriest," Skales wrote in his emotional response.
The musician specifically questioned how someone who is also a parent could speak so insensitively about other people's children who perished in the violent attacks.
Public Reaction Supports Skales' Position
Nigerian social media users overwhelmingly supported Skales' condemnation of Cubana Chief Priest's controversial perspective. Numerous comments criticized the socialite's priorities and questioned his understanding of the tragedy's human dimension.
One user questioned Cubana Chief Priest's humanity with "Is this man a real person??" while another praised Skales with "skales God bless you." Other reactions included warnings about the dangers of making such insensitive statements in today's climate and prayers that those who feel insulated from Nigeria's challenges might experience them personally to develop proper empathy.
Broader Context of Celebrity Commentary
This incident highlights the ongoing tension between celebrity commentary and national tragedies in Nigeria's digital landscape. Public figures increasingly face scrutiny for how they address sensitive issues involving loss of life and national security.
Skales himself has previously demonstrated protective instincts regarding his family, having issued a stern warning to a social media user who made inappropriate comments about his young daughter in a separate incident. This pattern suggests the singer maintains consistent boundaries regarding what he considers acceptable public discourse.
The Jos attacks continue to generate national conversation about security, empathy, and appropriate responses to tragedy, with this celebrity exchange adding another layer to the ongoing dialogue about responsibility in public commentary during times of national grief.
