Nigerian Afrobeats singer Skales has advised Nigerian youths to make relocating abroad their top priority.
The singer, whose real name is Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, said leaving Nigeria would give many young people a better chance at survival, security, and achieving their dreams.
In a post shared on his X handle, Skales wrote, “As a young Nigerian, your biggest dream should be to leave Nigeria so you can survive and actually achieve your dream by at least staying alive.”
His statement quickly sparked mixed reactions online, with many Nigerians criticizing him for encouraging brain drain instead of motivating citizens to help improve the country.
Some social media users argued that life abroad is not always easy, pointing out that Nigerians and other Africans often face racism, discrimination, and harsh living conditions overseas.
Others accused the singer of speaking negatively about Nigeria despite becoming successful and famous through the support of Nigerians.
Reacting to the post, JohnBullaSings wrote, “This your advice no gel. Just because it worked for you doesn’t mean it’s for everyone.
“What’s even the mentality of making your biggest dream leaving Nigeria? Are you helping to solve the problem or are you adding to it?”
Another user identified as Sally also disagreed with the singer’s opinion.
She wrote, “Lol, so migrating to white man’s land where your first crime is your skin colour guarantees your security?? Abi another African country you wan go achieve your dreams?? 😂 Omoooo 😭 Y’all act like Nigeria is the problem meanwhile Nigerians are the problem! Nigeria is just a place on the map.”
Another commenter, Okoyemekun, criticized Skales for allegedly looking down on the country after benefiting from it.
“I will never understand how people whom Nigeria gave a head start over their fellow citizens in life suddenly start talking down on the country,” the user wrote.
