Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has dismissed suggestions that a woman influenced the renewed rift within the Okoye family, insisting the dispute is rooted in long-standing internal disagreements over loyalty, trust, and management of their music empire.
In a series of posts on X, the former P-Square member rejected what he described as a growing public narrative linking women to the family’s breakdown. “Before you drag any woman into this! No woman directed or advised anyone to steal from what I worked for over the years,” he wrote.
He maintained that the issues predated marriages within the family. “None of us were even married 20-something years ago when this whole betrayal and stealing started! I said what I said.”
Mr P said setting boundaries became necessary for his mental health. “Even if my parents were alive and supported this kind of betrayal, I’d still choose to step back, cut them off and protect my peace. Blood isn’t thicker than my peace of mind.”
He confirmed the dispute remains unresolved and has moved into the legal space. “Now that I’ve uncovered the betrayal that has been going on for over 20 years plus, suddenly we’re blood? No… it doesn’t work like that. We are still in court!”
The Okoye family crisis, involving Peter, Paul, and their elder brother Jude Okoye, has seen repeated splits and reconciliations. Jude is currently facing EFCC prosecution over alleged money laundering—charges he denies.
The matter is before a Lagos High Court, adjourned to May 15, 2026.
