Social media activist VeryDarkMan, popularly known as VDM, has officially announced his withdrawal from the ongoing P-Square family feud, while dropping a bombshell allegation that singer Peter Okoye attempted to use him as a pawn in the dispute. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Sunday, August 9, 2026, VDM detailed his reasons for stepping back and offered a breakdown of where he places blame.
The announcement came after sustained pressure from Nigerians online, who urged him to stay out of the family's private affairs. VDM had initially drawn criticism for appearing to side with Jude Okoye, the elder brother and former manager of the twin duo, and for casting doubt on Peter's claims of financial mismanagement during Jude's tenure.
VDM's Blame Distribution: 40% Jude, 30% Peter, 30% Wife and Family
Rather than fully reversing his stance, VDM offered what he described as a balanced assessment of the situation. He placed 40% of the responsibility on Jude Okoye, specifically for his refusal to step down as P-Square's manager even after Peter reportedly demanded his removal. The remaining 60% was spread across Peter Okoye, his wife, and other people connected to the matter.
In his words: "Well personally after listening to Jude and Peter, if you ask me who to put the blame on, I will say I will put 40 percent of the blame on Jude, and I put 30 percent of the blame on Peter, and another 30 percent on the wife, the family and everybody."
He also pushed back at those who had been insulting him over his comments, stating that public criticism did not amount to a crime before declaring the matter closed on his end.
Peter Okoye 'Wanted to Use' VDM, Says Activist
In the caption accompanying the video, VDM addressed claims that Peter had confided in him, only for him to go public with the information. He flatly rejected that narrative. The caption also noted that the volume of attacks he had been receiving was beginning to ease off, which he appeared to find amusing.
"dem say Peter okoye confide in me and I went to expose it, confide in me ke? Dem Dey confide in vdm? Na VDM WE DEY TALK ABOUT OOO VERYDARKMAN, bro wanted to use me una say na confide," he wrote.
VDM ended his video by noting that his attention would now shift to preparing for an appearance before a police panel in connection with his allegations against Assistant Inspector-General of Police Jimoh Moshood.
Awilo Longomba Weighs In on P-Square Feud
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that veteran Congolese singer Awilo Longomba addressed the ongoing feud between P-Square twins, Paul and Peter Okoye, urging them to reconcile. He shared nostalgic throwback photos and reminded the brothers, along with their manager Jude Okoye, of the emotional toll their rift has taken on fans and loved ones.
Awilo emphasised that family is about love and forgiveness, expressing hope that the trio will reunite and move forward together.
The P-Square feud, which has been a recurring topic in Nigerian entertainment, continues to draw reactions from fans and celebrities alike. VDM's withdrawal marks a significant moment, as he had been one of the most vocal commentators on the issue. His allegations against Peter Okoye add another layer of complexity to an already contentious family dispute.
