Fans Express Concern After Skales Posts Video with Face Covered in Blood

Nigerian musician Skales has stirred concern among his fans after posting a video on Instagram, showing his face smeared with blood.

In the clip shared on May 6, 2024, Skales can be seen wiping his blood-stained face with tissue, revealing injuries to his head, temple, and nose bridge.

While Skales didn’t disclose the cause of his injuries, he expressed gratitude, writing, “THANK YOU JESUS” in the post.

This sparked reactions from followers and celebrities alike. Singer Nasboi expressed sympathy, while Nollywood actor Deyemi inquired about the cause, asking if it was an accident.

Queen Mercy Atang from Big Brother Naija and producer T-classic also voiced concern, with T-classic hoping it was just makeup for a shoot.

However, skepticism arose among some followers who questioned the authenticity of Skales’ injuries, attributing them to special effects or makeup. One follower even jokingly suggested that Skales would be in the hospital if it were real.

Amidst the speculation, some urged Skales to focus on his music rather than playing pranks. Despite the mixed reactions, the incident has left many wondering about the true extent of Skales’ injuries and the motive behind the post.