Nigerian music icon Peter Okoye, famously known as one-half of the legendary duo Psquare, has delivered a sharp retort to online critics questioning his relevance as a solo artist. The incident, which unfolded on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has sparked widespread reactions from fans and followers.
The Social Media Spat That Sparked a Reaction
On December 5, 2025, a social media user directly targeted Peter Okoye with a dismissive comment, implying that his fame and success were solely tied to his past work with his twin brother in Psquare. The troll's remark, "Sir, we don't know you," suggested that Peter had no individual identity or career recognition outside the group.
Unwilling to let the jab slide, Peter Okoye responded in a characteristically witty and viral manner. Instead of a lengthy rebuttal, he replied with a series of bucket emojis, a digital shorthand widely understood in Nigerian cyber culture to mean he was giving the critic a bucket "to cry in" or to collect their tears.
Peter Okoye's Firm Stance on His Solo Career
The exchange did not end there. The troll, seemingly unsatisfied, pressed further by asking how Peter felt about performing without his twin brother. Peter's response was consistent and pointed: another set of bucket emojis. This interaction underscores the artist's firm stance on his independent path.
This is not the first time Peter has had to address such commentary. A few weeks prior, he responded to another individual who advised him to reconcile with his brother, Paul. His reaction was similarly terse, telling the person to "cry more" and offering a proverbial pail for their tears.
Peter Okoye has been unequivocal about the status of Psquare. In a past statement on his Twitter feed, he declared that the group is disbanded, stating "there is no longer a Psquare" and that he has fully transitioned into being his own artist. He redirected public attention to his brothers, Jude and Paul, referring to them as "the new Psquare."
Nigerian Netizens Weigh In on the Clash
The online clash quickly trended, drawing a flood of reactions from Nigerians who largely sided with Peter Okoye and criticized the trolls for overstepping.
User @asa_ego commented, "Accept they are not together again ooh stop reminding them of what they are trying to heal. You can still love and support them differently." Another user, @ebychytoo, humorously questioned the troll's logic, writing, "So because they aren't singing together as a duo, he should perish his career.. Some of una na soured kunu una drink instead of colostrum???"
Support for Peter was clear, with @iam_chinasacharity cheering, "Mr P keep giving them bucket to cry oo," while @investorvibes_ predicted the troll's fate with the now-viral phrase, "Him go soon chop blocking." Many, like @iamkenpaul, urged people to focus on their own affairs: "People should learn to mind their business and their own family."
In related news, the fraud allegation Peter Okoye previously made against his brother, talent manager Jude Okoye, took a new turn as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stated it has no evidence against Jude. According to a report by The Punch, the case was heard on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja. Jude Okoye was detained for over two months before being granted bail as court proceedings continue.
