The P-Square family feud has taken another dramatic turn as Tony Okoye, reportedly the eldest brother of the iconic duo, has broken his silence to challenge viral social media claims about Jude Okoye's financial role in the group. In a fiery response, Tony dismissed allegations that Jude collected over 40% of P-Square's earnings, insisting that he was never the manager.
Tony's Bombshell Response
The controversy erupted after an Instagram user, @gaintsammy, alleged that Jude Okoye took a 40% cut from P-Square's revenue despite not being a performing member. The user also claimed that Tony himself was once part of P-Square's dance crew before transitioning to acting. Tony, however, refuted these claims in a now-viral screenshot, writing: "Jude never smellit to be P Squares manager ooooo, na Hawwie T be the manager then…. social media has made people to be delusional, but its alright."
His remarks have added a fresh layer to the ongoing dispute, which began when Peter Okoye (Mr P) accused his twin brother Paul (Rudeboy) and Jude of mishandling revenue from the P-Square music catalogue. Peter specifically alleged that Jude secretly set up a company to divert funds, accusations Jude has repeatedly denied.
Public Reactions and Fan Outcry
The exchange has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with fans and followers weighing in on the family drama. One user, @lifewithbherniece, commented: "This whole situation has really opened my eyes to a lot of things. Even with family, you have to be discerning, especially when you notice signs of deceit, white lies, or inconsistencies whenever money is involved. Sometimes, people suddenly become extra close the moment they think you’re doing well financially."
Another user, @iizzyyprince, humorously wrote: "Omo Jude need dance for us before we hand him over to the police sha," referencing the demand for Jude to prove his contribution to the group.
Peter Okoye's Earlier Claims
This latest development follows Peter Okoye's earlier allegations that P-Square's reunion with his twin brother slowed his social media growth. In a previous statement, Peter claimed that before the comeback, his accounts were booming, gaining up to 100,000 new followers daily and ranking alongside Davido and Don Jazzy in influence. However, after the reunion, his follower growth dropped drastically, and he speculated that the comeback might have been the reason, though he admitted he wasn't entirely certain.
The P-Square saga, marked by separations, reconciliations, and fresh disputes, continues to captivate fans across Africa. As the family fallout deepens, many are left wondering what the future holds for one of the continent's most successful music acts.
