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Okoye family feud over P-Square escalates into legal battles

Overview

The Okoye family feud, involving members of the defunct music duo P-Square, has escalated from public allegations into formal legal proceedings. Peter Okoye has claimed that the group’s 2021 reunion was a “façade” intended only to mend personal relationships rather than revive the duo. He further alleged that following the reunion, Paul and Jude Okoye attempted to have him sign documents to re-establish P-Square under a new bank account, which he refused.

In a significant legal development, Peter testified in Lagos Federal High Court regarding a fraud case prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He alleged that his elder brother, Jude Okoye, and Jude’s company, Northside Music Limited, diverted approximately ₦1.38 billion in royalties from the duo. Peter claimed payments from digital streaming platforms were routed to accounts controlled by Jude’s wife and that he was removed as a signatory on the group’s accounts. Jude Okoye has maintained that all disputed payments and backend data were handled correctly and that the matters are currently before the courts.

While the rift between the twins remains unresolved, Peter has seen commercial success through his clothing brand, Zipp Republic. Following his video series, the brand reported selling nearly 3,000 red caps in seven days, generating over N60 million in sales. Amidst the ongoing dispute over royalties and brand control, music executive Soso Soberekon has proposed a celebrity boxing match, offering Peter N500 million to face Paul in the ring.

Entities

Paul Okoye · Peter Okoye · Jude Okoye · P-Square · P‑Square

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] Peter Okoye alleges that Jude Okoye and Paul Okoye urged his wife Lola Omotayo to abort her pregnancy.
[● 2 SOURCES] Peter Okoye claims his brothers and late mother forced Lola to sit on the floor during a family meeting.
[● 2 SOURCES] Henry Okoye says he financially supported the twins before Jude Okoye became their manager.
[● 2 SOURCES] Henry Okoye claims their late mother opposed Jude Okoye managing the group.
[● 2 SOURCES] Don Jazzy’s father Collins Ajereh publicly offered prayers for reconciliation in the Okoye family feud.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Peter Okoye alleges his brothers forged an email to frame Lola as not the father of their child.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Gabriel Afolayan says tensions between the Okoye brothers date back to 2005 over song selection.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Charles Okocha suggested the brothers settle their dispute with a celebrity boxing match.

Timeline

30 days ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
P-Square brothers face legal dispute over royalties and brand control
The P-Square family feud over royalties and brand control has moved to court, while Peter Okoye’s clothing line, Zipp Republic, reported N60 million in sales following his recent video series.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Peter Okoye celebrates merchandise success amid sibling rivalry
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye celebrates selling 3,000 merchandise caps in one week amid an ongoing financial dispute with his twin brother, Paul Okoye, and a N500 million boxing match proposal.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 19 sources
P-Square members embroiled in ongoing family and financial feud
The ongoing feud between P-Square members Peter, Paul, and Jude Okoye continues to spark controversy, driving social media growth for Peter and renewed interest in the group's music catalogue.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 23 sources
P-Square family feud escalates with new accusations and public reactions
Peter Okoye accuses brother Jude and twin Paul of pressuring his wife to abort a child and mistreating her; elder brother Henry blames Jude for the family rift, while public figures call for reconciliation and,
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 9 sources
Peter Okoye testifies in ₦1.38 bn fraud case against brother Jude as P‑Square feud escalates
Peter Okoye testified in Lagos court that brother Jude and Northside Music diverted ₦1.38 bn in royalties, sparking a legal battle and renewed public feud within the P‑Square family.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Peter Okoye says 2021 P‑Square reunion was staged, details family feud
Peter Okoye (Mr P) says the 2021 P‑Square reunion was a façade, revealing financial disputes and a family feud that ended the duo’s brief 2024 reconciliation.

Sources

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