Nigerian music sensation Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P and a former member of the iconic music duo P-Square, has publicly condemned members of his own family following his courtroom testimony against his elder brother, Jude Okoye.
Jude, who once served as P-Square’s manager, is currently facing serious allegations of money laundering alongside Northside Music Limited. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has accused him and the company of laundering over ₦1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59.
Testifying before the Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday, Peter told the court that Jude allegedly set up a company named Northside Music Limited — a name strikingly similar to Northside Entertainment Ltd, the outfit that formerly managed P-Square’s business affairs. According to Peter, Jude used this newly created company to illegally divert funds belonging to the group in 2022.
Peter further alleged that his twin brother, Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, was complicit in the operation.
The following day, Peter took to Instagram to share his emotional turmoil, revealing how years of silence in the name of family nearly broke him.
“Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – for over 20 years plus. And it almost cost me everything,” he wrote in a deeply personal Instagram Story on Tuesday.
He continued, “But now I know better – love doesn’t manipulate, loyalty doesn’t betray, and family does not steal from you. Family that steals and breaks you isn’t family at all.”
Peter explained that he is now prioritising his mental health and has made the decision to speak out when injustice is being done, even if it involves his own blood.
“Real family doesn’t drain you, shame you, discriminate against you or ignore your pain. My sanity matters. My mental health is a priority. If it costs my mental health, then it’s too expensive.”
