In a heartfelt and candid open letter, Peter Okoye, one half of the renowned Nigerian music duo P-Square, addressed his twin brother, Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy.
The letter, which was shared on Peter’s social media platforms, reveals deep-seated frustrations and addresses ongoing tensions between the brothers.
Peter begins by expressing his disappointment over Paul’s recent interviews, where Paul allegedly discredited Peter’s contributions to P-Square.
Peter wrote, “Just like I have told you several times, I am not in any competition with you or anybody else. However, seeing you grant countless interviews where you constantly discredit my efforts in the group that we both created and built together really speaks volumes.”
Peter specifically refuted Paul’s claim that he was responsible for writing and singing 99% of P-Square’s songs, mentioning several hit tracks he was involved in, including “Get-Squared,” “Bizzy Body,” and “Personally.”
He criticized Paul for diminishing his role in the group, adding, “Every time I have spoken in interviews about P-Square, I have always used ‘we’ and ‘us’ because I saw us as a team. But whenever you speak, it’s always ‘I’ and ‘me,’ even when I’m standing right beside you. It’s as if I never existed.”
The letter also touched on the emotional toll that the brothers’ conflict has taken on Peter.
He voiced his disappointment over what he perceives as Paul’s efforts to turn their fans against him, stating, “You have been doing everything for the fans to hate me, but guess what? They will never hate me; instead, they will hate us both because we have disappointed and failed them.”
Peter ended the letter by expressing his hope for peace and understanding, despite the ongoing tensions. He also hinted at addressing another issue, saying, “As for the EFCC matter, I will address it before the end of today. Stay tuned! Peace✌.”
The letter has sparked reactions from fans and industry insiders, with many hoping that the iconic duo can reconcile and return to making music together.
P-Square, once one of Africa’s most celebrated music groups, has faced several publicized splits and reunions over the years, and fans continue to hold out hope for their permanent reconciliation.
