Nigerian music star Skales marked his 35th birthday on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, with fans and entertainment pages taking over social media to celebrate his life and career.
The Kaduna‑born singer and rapper, whose real name is Raoul John Njeng Mbanga, was born on April 1, 1991. He is celebrated for hit songs like Shake Body and Komole, which continue to define Nigeria’s hip‑hop scene.
Fans and entertainment pages on Instagram posted throwback photos, birthday graphics, and videos tagging his official handle.
Edo Online TVibes wrote, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR EDOID FAMOUS SUPERSTARS : @skales.”
Another Instagram post read, “Happy birthday to SKALES 🎂🎉 Raoul John Njeng‑Njeng…,” celebrating his contributions to Nigerian music.
An entertainment page shared a reel wishing him well: “Happy birthday to one of my foremost clients @skales … continue to shine always.”
British‑Nigerian actor David Oyelowo, born on April 1, 1976, was also celebrated today.
Fan pages on Instagram posted birthday greetings, including one that read, “Happy Birthday to the brilliant and regal David Oyelowo!”
Oyelowo is known for his award‑winning roles, including his portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, is widely admired for elevating African talent on the global stage.
Though Oyelowo did not post personally on his official Instagram today, the volume of fan tributes shows that his birthday is being widely recognized online.
Social media timelines were filled with hashtags, fan art, throwback clips, and celebratory posts, making April 1 a day of tribute rather than just April Fool’s pranks.
Skales thanked fans in a post on Instagram stories: “Blessed to see another year, thank you for the love.”
The celebrations highlight the influence of both stars and the power of social media in connecting celebrities with fans worldwide.
Fans described Skales as “a hometown hero” and praised Oyelowo for continuing to put African talent on the world map.