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What We Know As P-Square Feud Escalates

From The Punch · () English

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  • Singer Peter Okoye (Mr P) released the fifth installment of his video series, accusing his brother Jude Okoye of threatening his life and attempting to seize an Atlanta property.
  • The latest allegations escalate a public family feud involving accusations over money, management, and betrayal.
  • Peter also addressed claims about his children speaking Igbo and his own comments on Nigerian languages.

The long-standing rift between singers Peter Okoye (Mr P) and his twin brother Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), formerly of the P-Square duo, has intensified with Peter Okoye releasing the fifth part of his tell-all video series. In this latest installment, Peter leveled serious accusations against their elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, alleging death threats and an attempt to dispossess him of a jointly owned property in Atlanta, United States.

PART 5. I never wanted to fight for public opinion. I only wanted the truth to exist. I have seen Judeโ€™s video. My full response is coming soon. I wonโ€™t leave anything out. If he comes back with more lies, Iโ€™ll come back with more truth until the full story is told.

โ€” Peter OkoyePeter Okoye announced the release of his latest video installment and his intention to reveal the full truth.

Peter Okoye detailed a dispute over the Atlanta house, which he and Paul had agreed to divide around 2014. Peter was to take ownership of the property, with Paul receiving a financial balance. The conflict reportedly began when Peter discovered the house was listed for sale without his consent. He claims that when he confronted Jude, the former manager became aggressive and threatened him. Peter also alleged that he was presented with documents to transfer ownership to Jude's wife, which he refused to sign. He further claimed Jude threatened to shoot him, with one alleged threat being recorded.

He told me to get out of his front before he slapped me. He wanted to beat me up before other artistes stepped in.

โ€” Peter OkoyePeter Okoye described an alleged aggressive encounter with Jude Okoye over the Atlanta property dispute.

In the video series, Peter also addressed recent public criticism regarding his children's language proficiency and his own controversial remarks about Nigerian languages. He dismissed claims that Jude single-handedly built P-Square, attributing the group's early career support to their eldest brother, Henry Okoye. The ongoing public exchange between the brothers continues to unfold, with Peter promising further revelations and rebuttals to any counter-narratives.

Jude now said, โ€˜If you dey come my house, carry your coffin come. I go shoot you, bury you and nothing go happenโ€ฆ I was recording this video, my twin brother raised his hand and slapped me.

โ€” Peter OkoyePeter Okoye recounted alleged death threats made by Jude Okoye.
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