Popular Nigerian singer John Njenga-Njeng, better known by his stage name Skales, has spoken out about the pain of being away from his daughter.
The singer, who has remained mostly private about his family life, took to social media to express how much he misses his little girl.
Skales and his wife, Precious Hassanity, welcomed their daughter in March 2023. But recent developments suggest that not everything is well in the singer’s home.
A bittersweet fatherhood journey
On Thursday, Skales shared an emotional post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he opened up about the difficulties of fatherhood from a distance.
“I miss my daughter so much … I haven’t seen her in a while … she’s growing up too fast,” he wrote.
The simple but heartfelt post struck a chord with fans. Many sent words of encouragement, while others expressed concern about the family’s well-being.
Marriage under public scrutiny
Although Skales didn’t give reasons for his separation from his daughter, the message comes amid long-standing rumours of trouble in his marriage.
Last year, the singer made headlines after he called out his wife on social media. In a now-deleted post, he accused her of mocking his music career. The incident sparked a wave of speculation that the couple was heading for a divorce.
At the time, many fans were shocked by the public nature of the accusations, especially since the couple had just welcomed their child a few months earlier.
Skales denies divorce rumours
Despite the tension and social media drama, Skales recently addressed the rumours about his marriage falling apart. In a statement last month, he firmly denied claims that he had filed for divorce.
According to him, the rumours were exaggerated and did not reflect the full story. He insisted that every marriage has its challenges, but maintained that he and Precious were doing their best to move forward.
Still, his recent comments about not seeing his daughter have reignited speculation that the relationship may still be strained.
Fans react to Skales’ post
Many fans have taken to the internet to show support for the singer. Several users responded to his X post with messages of comfort, encouraging him to stay strong and focus on reconnecting with his child.
Some fans urged the couple to put their differences aside for the sake of their daughter. Others questioned whether the emotional distance was a result of legal or personal disagreements between Skales and his wife.
One fan wrote, “Skales is a good man. You can feel the pain in his words. I hope he gets to see his daughter soon.”
Another added, “No matter the issues between parents, a child should never be denied the love of both mum and dad.”
Career still active despite personal struggles
While facing these personal challenges, Skales has remained active in the music industry. Known for hit songs like Shake Body and Temper, the artist continues to perform and release music.
Over the years, he has built a solid reputation in the Afrobeats scene, gaining fans in Nigeria and abroad.
Even as rumours swirl and personal trials surface, Skales seems focused on both his career and maintaining a presence in his daughter’s life.
A call for peace and healing
For now, the singer hasn’t shared any more details about when or if he’ll be reunited with his daughter. However, his public expression of love and longing shows just how much fatherhood means to him.
As fans wait for more clarity, many hope that Skales and his wife can resolve their differences privately and allow their daughter to grow up surrounded by the love of both parents.
His words may be few, but they carry the deep pain of a father missing out on precious moments.
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