Veteran Nigerian singer Daddy Showkey has stepped into the ongoing P-Square feud, revealing he has repeatedly tried to mediate between the Okoye brothers over the years. In a blunt interview, he suggested the public nature of their disputes may be a bid for attention, and warned the conflict will harm their children.
Daddy Showkey Reveals Years of Peacemaking Efforts
During an interview with Yanga FM aired on YouTube on August 4, 2026, Daddy Showkey addressed the renewed fallout between Peter, Paul, and Jude Okoye, the co-founders of the iconic duo P-Square. The veteran Lagos-born musician, who has known the brothers since their early days in Jos, said he has been personally involved in their disputes for years.
"I have been part of this matter for years. They are young people. I saw them grow up in those days in Jos when they would come and play at my show. I saw them become the Psquare they are today," he said.
Showkey added that he has visited the brothers on multiple occasions to help cool tensions, but now feels the resolution rests entirely with them. "They are people that I would go to and make peace between them. I think this matter is over. They know where it is paining them. I do not like to go into their issues again because they are no longer children," he stated.
Current Dispute Over $25,000 Royalty Payment
The latest flare-up began when Peter Okoye accused Jude of withholding $25,000 from their shared music catalogue earnings. Peter also claimed he is not listed as a signatory on one of the bank accounts used to receive streaming and royalty income from P-Square's music.
Jude has pushed back, maintaining that all proceeds from P-Square's music projects were divided equally among the three brothers. The dispute has reignited public interest in the long-running family saga, which has seen the brothers split and reunite multiple times over the years.
Showkey Warns of Impact on Children and Fame
Beyond the financial allegations, Daddy Showkey expressed deep concern about the long-term effects of the public quarrel on the brothers' families. "This thing will affect their children. Everyone would tell their children their part of the story," he cautioned.
The singer also took aim at the role fame plays in making reconciliation harder. "Sometimes, I think fame affects people. Someone who has it would think you cannot talk to them again. They are both brothers. I do not care if they do not like what I would say," Showkey said.
Offering his perspective to Peter and Paul, he added: "Maybe you have made that mistake by allowing Jude to manage you. They should think of how to move forward. If they want peace, they will make peace."
Showkey Questions Public Nature of the Feud
Perhaps most pointedly, Daddy Showkey questioned why the feud keeps playing out in the open. "I feel they also use it for attention. Why are they bringing it up again?" he said, suggesting the brothers may be leveraging the drama for public visibility even as they claim to want resolution.
His comments come amid a broader debate over how the Okoye brothers handle their differences. Many fans and observers have expressed frustration at the repeated public airing of private family matters, while others have called for the brothers to settle their issues out of the spotlight.
Lawyer Defends Jude in P-Square Feud
In related developments, Jude Okoye's former lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has publicly defended his ex-client while criticising Peter Okoye for pursuing what he described as a "social media trial." Effiong clarified his past role in Jude's legal battles, noting that his firm handled initial bail applications before a Senior Advocate of Nigeria took over the case.
Effiong stressed that Jude has not been convicted of any crime and urged respect for the constitutional presumption of innocence. He questioned Peter's decision to air the dispute online instead of focusing on court proceedings, adding that the legal process should be allowed to run its course.
Broader Implications for the Okoye Family
The feud between the Okoye brothers has become one of the most talked-about celebrity disputes in Nigeria, with fans and fellow celebrities weighing in. The latest round has drawn reactions from figures like Toyin Lawani, who blasted Jude Okoye amid the crisis, and Peller and Jarvis, who were recently in the news for their own disagreement.
As the brothers continue to trade accusations, Daddy Showkey's intervention serves as a reminder of the human cost of the conflict. His warning about the impact on their children resonates deeply, as the Okoye family includes young ones who may be affected by the ongoing public drama.
The P-Square legacy, once celebrated as a hallmark of Nigerian music success, now risks being overshadowed by the persistent infighting. Whether the brothers can find a path to reconciliation remains uncertain, but Showkey's words offer a clear call for them to think of the future and seek peace.
