Peter Okoye Alleges Jude Wants to Stop Him Performing P-Square Songs as Family Dispute Deepens

The long-running dispute within the Okoye family has taken another dramatic turn after singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, alleged that his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, has initiated fresh legal action aimed at preventing him from performing songs released under the P-Square brand.

In a video shared on his official social media page, Peter claimed the latest lawsuit is separate from the ongoing legal matter involving Northside Music and government authorities, stressing that he is only a witness in that case.

According to Peter, Jude's legal team sought an order during a recent court hearing to stop him from performing P-Square's catalogue, a move he described as another attempt to control the group's legacy.

"Jude served me a letter. We just had the hearing recently. During the hearing, the first thing they wanted to do was stop me from performing P-Square songs," Peter alleged.

The singer also challenged Jude's reported claim that he brought P-Square to Lagos in 2005, insisting the group had already established itself years before then.

Peter argued that P-Square released its debut album in 2003 after several years of performing and signing management agreements, questioning how Jude could now claim ownership of the brand.

He further alleged that he financed some of the group's early struggles, including selling his car to secure their first accommodation in Lagos, while insisting he has documentary evidence to support his claims.

The latest accusations have reignited public interest in the brothers' prolonged disagreement over the ownership of the P-Square brand, music royalties and business interests. As of the time of reporting, Jude Okoye has not publicly responded to Peter's latest allegations.

Opinion:

The P-Square saga has unfortunately evolved from a family disagreement into one of Nigeria's most public and painful entertainment disputes. While both sides have every right to defend their legal positions, the continued exchange of allegations in public risks overshadowing the incredible legacy they built together.

If Peter's claims are accurate, the battle has now moved beyond finances into questions of artistic identity and legacy. On the other hand, these are issues best resolved through the courts rather than social media.

Regardless of who eventually prevails legally, the greatest casualty remains the P-Square brand itself—a musical institution that once united millions of fans across Africa and beyond. Many supporters will be hoping that, even if reconciliation proves impossible, both brothers can find a way to protect the legacy they created together instead of allowing it to be defined by courtroom battles.