Celebrity singer and dancer Peter Okoye, widely known as Mr P of the defunct Psquare group, has sparked fresh controversy by stating he would sever ties with his parents if they backed his twin brother Paul's alleged betrayal. The comment came in response to a fan who questioned how his late parents would feel about the brothers' ongoing feud.
Fan Question Triggers Strong Response
A concerned fan asked Peter: "We feel your pain but ask yourself this – would your parents be proud knowing that twins have now turned to enemies?" Peter replied emphatically on social media, asserting that his peace of mind takes precedence over family bonds. He wrote: "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. Boundaries are necessary! Blood isn't thicker than my peace of mind."
Outrage and Mixed Reactions
The statement drew widespread criticism online. Many netizens urged Peter to resolve the matter privately and prioritize family unity for the sake of their children and shared musical legacy. Some comments included:
- @AdeAjay07519752: "You'd cut your parent off too? That's ridiculous. How come you're here lamenting about betrayal, while your brother is busy preparing for his tours?"
- @CDRTVNEWS: "It seems there's more to this P-Square story that hasn't been made public. For Mr P to keep going on this matter repeatedly, I think we should just agree to whatever stance he has taken."
- @Dkingzman: "Are these public explanations necessary? If you've decided to cut ties with your siblings, go ahead with it privately. Are you seeking public validation for your own decision?"
- @Mrnoble_: "What level of betrayal that doesn't involve blood did your brother do that you can't forgive even with millions of people begging you? Bro, you're just one hell of a bittered and terrible person."
Peter Okoye Defends Psquare Name and Birthday Change
In related news, Peter Okoye clarified why he retained the Psquare brand despite changing his birth date from November 18 to 30. He explained that he solely created, earned, and owns the name, and exposed a 20-year family financial betrayal. He also faced backlash for moving his birthday celebration, to which he responded that his personal date shift is not a national problem and urged people to focus on Nigeria's real challenges.
