Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has refused to back down from the controversy surrounding his children’s ability to speak French, insisting that critics should stop interfering in his family’s personal decisions.

The debate began after the former P-Square member shared a post from Paris, where he revealed how impressed he was by his children’s fluency in French.

“Still in Paris! 🇫🇷 Watching my kids speak French so effortlessly makes me think… maybe it’s time to own a crib here in Paris. 🏡❤️ Just a thought. 🙏✨”

The post quickly gained massive attention on X, attracting millions of views and thousands of reactions.

Following the backlash, Mr P returned with a direct response on July 27, 2026 at 9:50 PM:

“Again and again… Who Nigerian language help? If e pain you, Go hit your head for wall. 🙆‍♂️🙆‍♀️🇳🇬 I am a public figure and so what? Call me names. Thats your own cup of tea. The real question is: Did I ever complain that my kids can’t speak my language? No. So why are people angry”

While many followers congratulated the singer and admired his children’s multilingual ability, dozens of others shifted the conversation in a different direction by asking whether the children could also speak their native Igbo language.

One follower simply wrote:

“Hope they can speak Igbo, too?”

Another user commented:

“Can they also speak Igbo? Lost people.”

Others echoed similar concerns, questioning whether the children were also being taught their Nigerian heritage alongside French.

One commenter wrote:

“Can they speak your native language effortlessly? Or we just keep glorifying our slave masters.”

Another added:

“Hope they also speak Igbo effortlessly otherwise……”

A different X user questioned whether the singer’s children had learned their indigenous language despite growing up abroad.

His response immediately divided opinion across social media, with supporters arguing that parents should have the freedom to raise their children as they choose, while critics insisted that preserving indigenous languages remains an important part of cultural identity.

As the debate intensified, Mr P returned with another post, making it clear that he had no intention of apologising for his position.

In his latest response, the singer wrote:

“Some of una never ready. Una learn new thing…

📌 Unto the next one… 🇺🇸US/🇨🇦Canada get ready for the big announcement! Mr P is coming….”

Although he did not directly address every criticism in the latest post, many followers interpreted it as a sign that he had moved on from the controversy and was instead focusing on his upcoming projects.

The discussion, however, showed no signs of slowing down.

Some social media users continued to defend the singer, arguing that speaking multiple international languages could create better educational and career opportunities for children living abroad.

Others maintained that learning French should not come at the expense of speaking one’s native language.

One commenter wrote:

“Nigerian language helped your career and made you who you are today. Your kids knowing your native language should be a priority.”

Another reacted by saying:

“You dey Igbo language in some of your music, and you don’t want your children to learn Igbo?”

Another user even recreated Mr P’s original post from an Igbo perspective, writing:

“Still in the village! Watching my kids speak Igbo so effortlessly makes me think… maybe it’s time to build a crib here in Ifitedunu. Just a thought.”

The parody quickly gained attention, reflecting how the conversation had evolved from a simple family update into a wider discussion about identity, language and culture.

Not all reactions were critical.

Some supporters encouraged the singer to continue exposing his children to international opportunities while also praising them for becoming fluent in another global language.

Others urged him to ignore online criticism altogether and focus on his career.

The debate has since spread beyond X, with many Nigerians weighing in on whether children raised overseas should prioritise learning indigenous languages alongside those spoken in their countries of residence.

While opinions remain sharply divided, the conversation has reignited discussions about cultural identity, migration and the role parents play in preserving their heritage.

Despite the backlash, Mr P appears unfazed.

His latest message suggests he is looking ahead to future projects rather than dwelling on the criticism, leaving the conversation to continue among supporters and critics alike.

The exchange has now become one of the most talked-about entertainment stories online, highlighting how a simple family post can spark a national conversation on language, identity and parenting in today’s digital age.