Afrobeats artist Skales has attributed Nigeria’s lower crime rate compared to the United Kingdom to the fear of extrajudicial punishments. During an appearance on Just Vibes, the singer explained that the potential for jungle justice serves as a deterrent to criminals in Nigeria.

“There is lesser crime in Nigeria compared to UK because they know if they [criminals] get caught, there is jungle justice. They burn you alive,” he said.

However, he was quick to clarify that he does not condone or support jungle justice, emphasizing its extrajudicial nature and the potential for harm.

In the same interview, Skales also shared his perspective on Afrobeats as a musical style. He described the genre as an umbrella term encompassing various musical styles rather than a single, definitive sound. “No one can pinpoint how Afrobeats is supposed to sound,” he noted.

Skales’ remarks have sparked conversations about the role of community justice in crime control and the evolving nature of Afrobeats in the global music scene.