Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, alias Mr. P, has cited a profound breach of trust and familial betrayal and declared a complete estrangement from his twin brother Paul Okoye, known as Rudeboy, and older brother Jude Okoye.
Peter Okoye made the announcement on X while speaking about the ongoing alleged money laundering case against Jude involving over N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,000.
Peter, the trial’s first prosecution witness, took to X following the case’s adjournment, accusing Jude’s publicist of orchestrating a campaign to deceive the public by falsely claiming he had lied under oath.
He stated that the truth would eventually prevail while arguing that “family doesn’t steal from family”.
“Meanwhile, their publicist, whom I mentioned to the judge regarding their presence in court and the purpose of their attendance, is busy trying to misinform the public, saying I have been lying to the court,” he wrote.
“One thing is certain: the truth will prevail. Family does not steal from family.” With those pointed words, Peter ignited a storm online.
In response, a fan urged him to remember that family remains sacred, even amid conflict. But Peter was resolute. He declared that he had cut ties with his brothers, emphasizing that loyalty not blood defines true family.
He went on to say that real love doesn’t manipulate, and that those who truly care for you don’t betray or steal.
Peter also revealed that his silence over the past two decades had nearly destroyed him, and that he is now choosing to prioritize his peace and mental health above all else.
He wrote, “We are no longer family at this point! Family is blood related, but the real family is loyalty.“ Like I said before, don’t let family be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did for over 20 years. And it almost cost me everything.“
“But now I know better – love doesn’t manipulate, loyalty doesn’t betray, and family does not steal from you.“
“Family that steals and breaks you isn’t family at all. Real family doesn’t drain you, shame you, discriminate against you, or ignore your pain.“
“My sanity matters. My mental health is a priority. If it costs my mental health, then it’s too expensive. I disown them.
In addition, Peter revealed that looking back on the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death solidified his decision to never again ‘play the bigger person’, a role he believes nearly cost him his peace.
He said, “After watching everything about Mohbad’s death and how the whole thing played out to date, I decided to myself that I would never play the bigger person nor act as the mature one.“ And that’s exactly what led to this whole madness. Simply because I was trying to be the bigger person and act maturely! Omo! Never again. So love me or hate me, I will continue speaking my truth!”
