Tekno Denies Collapsing In South Africa, Says He Is Hale And Hearty

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Tekno has dismissed viral reports claiming he collapsed on stage while on tour in South Africa. A video circulating on social media showed an artist having a seizure and collapsing during a performance, and many mistook the artist for Tekno.

On the night of August 20, 2024, Tekno addressed the rumors on social media, clarifying that he was not the person in the video and that he is not currently in South Africa. He assured fans that he is “hale and hearty” and doing well. Tekno also offered a prayer for the artist featured in the viral clip.

This clarification has eased concerns among Tekno’s fans, who were worried about his health after seeing the video.