Renowned Nigerian music duo P-Square, consisting of twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye, and their elder brother Jude Okoye, are embroiled in a fresh controversy that threatens to permanently end their musical partnership.
Reports on Saturday, June 8, 2024, reveal that a business proposal to acquire P-Square’s music catalogue ignited the latest rift. The offer required access to royalties dating back to 2007, but tensions escalated with the discovery of a shell company allegedly used by Jude Okoye to embezzle funds from their joint venture.
Peter Okoye has reportedly involved the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), resulting in Jude’s arrest. This development follows the absence of Jude and Peter at Paul Okoye’s recent wedding in Abia state, intensifying the conflict that could derail one of Nigeria’s most influential Afrobeat acts.
Fans of P-Square are anxiously following the situation as it unfolds, hoping that the brothers can overcome this latest crisis.
The Okoye brothers have been instrumental in shaping modern Afrobeat, and their music has a devoted global following. Many supporters are expressing their concerns on social media, pleading for reconciliation to preserve the iconic legacy of P-Square.
The group’s breakup would mark a significant loss for the Nigerian music industry and for fans who have cherished their hits for over a decade. The outcome of this conflict remains uncertain, but the fervent hope is that the Okoye brothers will find a way to resolve their differences and continue their musical journey together.
