‘Age Doesn’t Define Talent’: Peter Okoye Replies Critic Calling For Retirement

Nigerian singer and dancer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has responded after a social media user suggested he should retire from music because of his age.

The comment came after an X user shared a clip from one of his music videos and argued that the singer, whom they described as “almost 50”, should no longer be making Afrobeats music. The user added that it was time for him to retire.

However, media personality Do2dtun disagreed. He pointed out that global stars such as Celine Dion, Shakira, Beyoncé and members of Backstreet Boys are older than Mr P and remain active in music. He described the remark as “ageist.”

“Peter is 44, but you dimwits are so ageist that you don’t even know what you bring down in the name of clicks,” Do2dtun wrote.

Speaking on Do2dtun’s platform, Mr P said those calling for his retirement are disappointed fans of the former P-Square group.

He accused his critics of double standards. According to him, they celebrate older stars such as Usher, Beyoncé and Chris Brown, yet want him to step aside despite being younger.

Mr P also highlighted his credentials. He said he sings, dances, delivers high-energy performances, plays several instruments and holds a music certificate.

Mr P wrote:

“Now he is too old to be singing and dancing.” Meanwhile, na the same people go celebrate and hype Usher, Beyoncé, and Chris Brown for doing the same thing.”

“Make una help me name any artiste wey dey sing, dance, perform at the highest level, still plays multiple musical instruments, and still get music certificate. Only Peter Okoye.

“Na why I always say: put some respect on the name Peter Okoye aka Mr P.

“One thing for sure, most of these people na PSQUARE heartbroken fans, and honestly, I understand their feelings. Them go dey alright las las. Nothing lasts forever. Change is constant. Respect our decision and move on”.

“As for this solo journey? It’s one of the best things that has ever happened in my life, and I honestly don’t care what anyone thinks”.

The singer also disclosed that he recently signed a five-year, multi-million-dollar deal with an international distribution company covering three albums.

“I recently signed a multi-million-dollar 5-year deal with an international distribution company covering 3 albums.

“Nobody can stop this movement. The train has left the station. So it’s time to let go and move on. It’s Mr P Forever!”, he added.

The music duo P-Square, made up of twin brothers Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye, parted ways in 2017 after a long-running rift. Since then, both artistes have pursued separate music careers as solo artists.