Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has sparked online debate after sharing a direct message he received from an American waitress who criticized him over what she considered a poor tip during a recent visit to the United States.

According to the message, the waitress accused the singer of leaving a $60 tip on a bill reportedly amounting to $1,000, calling it “ridiculous” and suggesting that his behavior reflects poorly on Africans abroad.

“How you come eat, come in hella late and chill at a restaurant… Your bill was a thousand dollars and [you] leave sixty dollars tip? Ridiculous. No wonder people hate y’all,” the message read.

Singer Reacts With Outrage

In response, Okoye took to his Instagram Story to publicly address the incident.

He reposted the message alongside a strongly worded reaction, slamming what he described as an entitled attitude.

“Sometimes, eh, dis Oyinbos no just get sense,” he wrote. “Una dey craze for this Yankee aswear. For my own money again?”

The post quickly went viral, drawing varied reactions across social media platforms, especially among Nigerian users who viewed the waitress’s criticism as both disrespectful and culturally insensitive.

Cultural Clash Over Tipping Norms

The incident has reignited discussion about tipping expectations across different cultures.

While in Nigeria and many other countries, tipping is largely discretionary and symbolic, in the United States, tipping is considered an essential part of service workers’ income, with a standard rate of 15% to 20% of the total bill.

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In this context, a $60 tip on a $1,000 bill—amounting to just 6%—is often perceived as inadequate by American service staff.

However, many Nigerians online defended Okoye, emphasizing that tipping remains a voluntary gesture and should not invite harassment or unsolicited criticism.