The singer had sparked outrage after questioning the value of Nigerian languages while responding to a follower on X, prompting backlash from fans who accused him of disrespecting the country's culture and indigenous languages. Read here.
Although Mr P initially dismissed the criticism, telling detractors, "Again and again. Who Nigerian language help? If e pain you, go hit your head for wall," he has now reversed his stance and issued a public apology.
In a statement shared on X on Wednesday, the former P-Square member expressed regret over his choice of words.
"If my response to 'Who Naija language help?' upset some people, I apologise and take full responsibility for my words. That does not mean I hate our Nigerian languages or culture."
He also clarified that his comment was not directed at the Igbo language in particular.
"At no point did I say I hate the Igbo language or Igbo culture. I said 'Naija language,' referring to the different languages in Nigeria, but some individuals twisted it and made it seem like I specifically mentioned Igbo. I didn't," he stated.
His apology has since generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians accepting his explanation while others insist his original remarks were insensitive.
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