Nigerian music duo P-Square is once again embroiled in a public feud, just under two years after their highly anticipated reunion. The rift between the twin brothers, Peter Okoye (Mr P) and Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), has resurfaced, threatening to overshadow their previously celebrated comeback. Peter has publicly accused Paul of disrespecting him and tarnishing his reputation through recent interviews, alleging a coordinated effort with their elder brother, Jude Okoye.
In a lengthy and emotional statement posted on social media, Peter outlined the grievances that have led to their latest fallout. According to Peter, Paul has been consistently undermining him by claiming sole credit for the duo’s musical success. This accusation centers around Paul’s assertion in interviews that he was responsible for the majority of P-Square’s hit songs, while disparaging Peter’s contributions.
Peter specifically highlighted Paul’s comments about their song “EjeaJo,” which Peter co-wrote. Paul reportedly labeled it a failure, further adding insult by using YouTube view counts to belittle the song’s success. Peter countered this narrative by listing several other P-Square hits, such as “Get-Squared,” “Bizzy Body,” and “Alingo,” questioning whether these were also deemed failures by Paul. He expressed frustration over Paul’s habit of presenting himself as the sole creative force behind their music, thereby diminishing Peter’s role and achievements within the group.
The discord extends beyond professional disagreements, as Peter accused Paul and Jude of disrespecting his personal life and career. He alleged that instead of collaborating to regain their former prominence in the music industry, Paul and Jude have been actively working against him, creating a narrative that undermines Peter’s contributions. Peter accused Paul of monopolizing various roles within P-Square—from songwriting and singing to managing and promoting—suggesting that Paul’s self-aggrandizing attitude has turned the once-celebrated music group into a source of public ridicule.
Peter’s statement also addressed the impact of these disputes on their fan base. He expressed disappointment that Paul’s actions have led to a growing division among their supporters, ultimately hurting the group’s reputation. Peter lamented the fact that instead of uniting to rebuild their standing in the industry, the internal conflict has only served to alienate fans and damage the P-Square legacy.
Paul, for his part, has defended himself against Peter’s accusations. In recent interviews, Paul claimed that Peter was primarily responsible for their previous breakup, alleging that Peter had directly communicated his disinterest in continuing with the group. Paul has also accused Peter of reporting him to Nigerian authorities, which led to their temporary summons but eventual clearance.
This latest clash marks the second major split for P-Square, a duo known for their significant impact on the Nigerian music scene during the early 2010s. Their previous breakup in 2017 was a result of personal and professional disagreements, leading to a hiatus that lasted until their much-anticipated reunion in 2022. The current feud threatens to derail their progress and further tarnish their once-stellar reputation.
As the brothers’ public spat continues to unfold, fans and industry observers watch closely, hoping for a resolution that will allow the P-Square duo to mend their relationship and restore their place in the music world. For now, the brothers remain at odds, and the future of P-Square hangs in the balance as they navigate this latest chapter in their tumultuous history.
