Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has responded to a social media user who suggested that he should retire from music because of his age.
The debate began after a fan commented on a clip from one of the singer’s music videos, arguing that he was getting too old for Afrobeats and should consider stepping away from the spotlight.
The remark quickly sparked reactions online, with many fans defending the veteran entertainer.Media personality Do2dtun was among those who challenged the criticism, pointing out that several globally celebrated artists who are older than Mr P continue to perform and release music successfully.
He described the comments as unfair and rooted in age-based stereotypes.Reacting to the discussion, Mr P dismissed the criticism and suggested that many of those pushing the retirement narrative were still unhappy about the breakup of the legendary P-Square group.
The singer questioned why some people celebrate international stars for performing at older ages while expecting him to quit despite being younger than many of them.
He noted that artists around the world continue to thrive regardless of age, insisting that passion and talent—not age—should determine how long a musician remains active.
His response has fueled conversations online about ageism in the entertainment industry and whether artists should face pressure to retire simply because they have reached a certain age.
