“I Made Every Mistake My Father Made” – Clarence Peters Opens Up About Forgiveness and Growth

Renowned Nigerian music video director, Clarence Peters, has opened up about his emotional journey to adulthood and how he came to forgive his father, legendary Afro-Juju musician Shina Peters.

In a candid chat on the Afropolitan Podcast, the 41-year-old filmmaker revealed that he realised he had repeated many of his father’s mistakes — and that this difficult truth became a turning point in his life.

“I made every single mistake my father made,” Clarence admitted.
“I’m just lucky that time and technology saved me from it being as catastrophic as his own.”

He explained that the realisation hit him hard around 2014/2015, a period he described as the beginning of his true journey into adulthood. Without needing a face-to-face conversation at first, Clarence said he forgave his father from the depths of his heart.

“That was when I became an adult. That was when I began my journey into adulthood. I’m still on the journey. You’re always on the journey,” he added.

Clarence is the son of Shina Peters and veteran actress Clarion Chukwura. Over the years, he has spoken openly about the complexities of his family life. In an earlier interview, he revealed that his mother almost aborted him but changed her mind after believing he was the reincarnation of her late father.

In a February 2025 interview with Chude Jideonwo, Clarence also reflected on his father’s past, particularly how he treated his mother. Though he admitted wanting to judge his dad, he said:

“I’m not in a position to.”

On his own journey, he said he’s tried not to repeat his father’s mistakes — especially in how he treats women — but added honestly:

“I’m not perfect.”

Clarence’s story is one of growth, self-awareness, and emotional maturity. By facing his flaws and embracing forgiveness, he reminds many that healing often begins with understanding ourselves.