Skibii, the popular Nigerian singer, recently shared a remarkable story about how his career took off due to the false news of his death. In an interview with the Afrobeats Podcast, Skibii revealed that the rumours of his demise played a pivotal role in propelling his music career to new heights.
Skibii explained that the rumours originated from his struggle with a condition that caused him to frequently lose consciousness. He recounted incidents where he experienced blackout episodes, such as on a plane to South Africa and at Kcee's house. The latter incident, in particular, led to his rushed departure in a vehicle, which inadvertently sparked the spread of his death news.
The singer vividly recalled the emotional turmoil he faced upon discovering the widespread belief in his demise. Opening his phone at the hospital, he was confronted with social media posts from Wizkid, Davido, and others expressing condolences and mourning his supposed passing. Skibii expressed his heartache and disbelief as he witnessed people both in real life and online bashing him, causing immense confusion and distress.
However, amidst the chaos, Skibii's resilience shone through. He recognized that the false news had inadvertently provided him with a platform for his music career. The attention garnered from the incident allowed him to gain widespread recognition and ultimately propelled him to success.