Former P-Square manager Jude Okoye has dismissed allegations by his younger brother, Peter Okoye (Mr P), that he diverted more than $1.2 million in music royalties, insisting the claims have already been addressed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and are now before the court. Jude responded in a video posted to Instagram on Sunday, August 2.

Jude accused Peter of trying to sway public opinion while legal proceedings remain ongoing, saying, "You are trying to bait me. You know the court is not going to your favour." Vanguard News He further accused his brother of repeatedly avoiding court appearances, saying he had skipped three consecutive sittings. Vanguard News

On Peter's specific claim that Jude and Paul Okoye (Rudeboy) diverted a roughly $25,000 royalty payment, Jude said the payment followed Peter's own 2016 instructions, citing an email from digital distributor IROKO showing Peter had asked for his share to be paid directly to him while the remainder went to the Northside Entertainment account. Legit.ng He also rejected claims that Peter had been removed as a signatory on company accounts or denied access to royalty records, describing them as false. Daily Post Nigeria

Jude described the broader allegations as "blatant lies" and "manipulative tactics," maintaining that royalty payments, backend records and account signatories were already reviewed during the EFCC investigation, and that Peter and his legal team were shown the relevant documents at the time without objection. Premium Times He also spoke about the personal toll of the case, saying his bank account has been frozen for over two years, preventing him from traveling. Vanguard News

The dispute stems from the EFCC's investigation into the pair, which resulted in money-laundering charges against Jude; he has pleaded not guilty, and the case remains pending before the Federal High Court in Lagos. Premium Times Jude also accused Peter of trying to drag their brother Paul into the dispute to manufacture fresh controversy around P-Square. Legit.ng

P-Square, the duo of twin brothers Peter and Paul, dominated the African music scene for over a decade before splitting in 2017. They reunited in 2021 but disbanded again in 2024 amid renewed disagreements over finances and management. Premium Times