Singer BNXN Denies Being Assaulted in South Africa
Nigerian artist Daniel Benson, known by his stage name BNXN, has dismissed circulating reports claiming he was assaulted during a visit to South Africa.
Social media platforms were abuzz with videos alleging that the popular singer was physically attacked by a group of men in Cape Town. The unverified footage prompted widespread speculation among fans and followers.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account, BNXN categorically labelled the reports as “fake news,” reassuring his audience that no such incident occurred.
The singer further downplayed the possibility of being attacked, humorously implying that such an event could only happen if he were asleep.
In his post, he wrote:
“Fake stats & Fake news. O ye oloun fr. Na only if I sleep. Ahead of all of you for life!”
BNXN’s swift response has quelled concerns among fans and reaffirmed his status as an artist unbothered by the rumours surrounding him. The incident highlights the growing issue of misinformation in the digital age, particularly concerning high-profile figures.
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