Peter Okoye Claims Nigerian Languages Lack Value

Peter Okoye, an Afrobeats singer and half of the defunct P-Square duo, made a controversial statement regarding Nigeria's indigenous languages while on vacation in Paris, France. After boasting about his children's proficiency in French, a fan questioned whether they could also speak Igbo.

Okoye responded, “And who naija language help? Make I hear word abeg,” implying that Nigerian languages do not provide significant benefits.

His remarks sparked backlash from fans who criticized him for undervaluing indigenous languages, especially since he incorporates Igbo and Yoruba into many of his songs, profiting from their commercial appeal. Okoye's comments reflect a broader discussion about the value of indigenous languages in Nigeria, particularly in the context of globalization and cultural identity.