Afrobeats singer Peter Okoye, one half of the now-defunct duo P-Square, has revealed that fans played a major role in the group’s infamous split.
Speaking during the AYLIVE show, Peter claimed that the constant comparisons and favoritism from fans sowed discord between him and his twin brother, Paul Okoye. According to him, this external pressure fueled egos and ultimately led to the duo’s collapse.
“Fans are the reason P-Square no dey together today,” Peter said during his performance. “Two brothers dey do one thing, ona dey talk say one better pass one, e con enter one head, he begin misbehave. If ona like make ona dey go house, I no send una.”
P-Square first broke up in 2017 after years of growing tension over management, finances, and creative direction. Their elder brother, Jude Okoye—who also managed the group and co-owned their label, PClassic Records—was drawn into the controversy during the messy split.
The group, which formed in 1997, became one of Africa’s biggest music acts with hits like “Bizzy Body,” “E No Easy,” and “Personally,” performing to sold-out stadiums across the continent.
In a separate development, the feud between the Okoye brothers appears to be ongoing. Earlier in February, Paul publicly blamed Peter for their brother Jude’s current legal issues. Following Jude’s bail hearing, Paul told the press, “The truth is reports are making it look like Jude is a fraud, but let’s call a spade a spade—Peter is the one putting Jude through this. I’m here to bring him out, but Peter is the cause.”
Despite a brief reunion in 2021, tensions within the family have resurfaced, casting doubt on the possibility of a long-term reconciliation.
