Singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has denied allegations that he played a role in his brother Jude Okoye’s recent legal troubles with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The speculation arose after a video surfaced online featuring Paul Okoye addressing the press at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, during Jude’s arraignment.
In the footage, Paul accused Peter of being responsible for their elder brother’s ordeal.
He stated, “It is not about supporting him because I know the truth. And the truth is, unfortunately, the way the journalists are making it look like he is a fraud.
“Let’s call a spade a spade, Peter is the one putting Jude to this thing, simple. It is Peter that is doing this, putting him in prison, and I’m here to bring him out.”
In response to Paul’s claims, Peter’s manager, Emem Kush, dismissed the allegations in a statement to Punch Saturday Beats.
She said, “I don’t know Peter is on this issue. And I don’t think he has any comment on this issue. The case is between the EFCC, based on their investigation, and Jude Okoye.
“I don’t see how Peter Okoye has anything to do with it. We have no comment on this matter. Peter didn’t drag anybody to the EFCC.
“The petition was against the company that has been receiving funds on his behalf. And he knew nothing about it. Don’t mix up issues, and let’s not create issues where they are not.”
Regarding whether any conditions were attached to the case, she added, “The EFCC was the one that received all of this, so I think it’s best to speak to them to know the facts of the case, and their findings.
“I don’t represent the EFCC. I’m not spokesman for the EFCC. I’m not spokesman for either party, so I can’t tell you.”
On February 26, 2025, Jude Okoye and his company, North Music Limited, were arraigned on a seven-count charge of money laundering involving N1.38 billion, $1 million and £34,537.59.
The rift between the Okoye brothers dates back to 2015 when tensions within P-Square became public.
In 2017, they officially split and pursued solo careers, though fans held out hope for a reunion.
They briefly reunited in 2022, releasing songs like ‘Jaiye’ and ‘Find Somebody’ and performed together.
However, in August 2024, Paul confirmed in a City FM interview that the duo had parted ways again.
During the interview, he also alleged that Peter had petitioned both him and Jude to the EFCC, resulting in their questioning by the agency.
Peter, however, denied reporting Paul, insisting that his petition was meant to expose the alleged betrayal he suffered at the hands of Jude and his wife, Ifeoma.
