Afrobeats star D’banj has appealed to Nigerians and national institutions to help resolve the lingering dispute between P-Square’s Peter and Paul Okoye and their elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye.
The feud involves allegations of financial mismanagement and betrayal. It has drawn public concern, especially from fans who cherish the legacy of one of Africa’s most successful music groups.
In a recent interview on Adesope Live, D’banj described the situation as sad and deeply concerning. He called on mentors, elders, and possibly the federal government to step in and mediate.
“When you start a fight, you know how it begins, not how it ends,” he said. “Even if you’re right, the outcome can still be destructive.”
D’banj revealed that he recently flew with Peter Okoye. During the trip, they discussed the dispute. According to him, Peter shared some personal insights.
“I’m sure there’s still a chance,” D’banj said. “It’s all about honest dialogue. That’s the first step.”
D’banj stressed the importance of the P-Square catalogue. He explained that both brothers own valuable rights to their music.
“If the issue is about money, now is the time to sort it out,” he said. “They don’t have to reunite as a group, but they can agree on business terms.”
He shared that international labels have offered to buy his catalogue for over a decade. He declined those offers to protect its long-term value.
“P-Square’s catalogue is huge. They can still benefit from it, but only if they find common ground,” he added.
To stress his point, D’banj recalled a case from his youth. Former footballer Jay-Jay Okocha once lost his savings when a Nigerian bank shut down.
Okocha cried out publicly. Then-President Olusegun Obasanjo intervened. He reportedly asked the system to refund the footballer, who had brought pride to Nigeria.
“I don’t know how it ended,” D’banj said. “But it showed leadership. We need the same now — someone they respect should help.”
“Let’s Protect the Legacy”
D’banj reminded the public that the Okoye brothers created something powerful. He believes that legacy is worth saving.
“They’ve built something great. It should not fall apart because of pride or money,” he said. “I beg those who can help: step in.”
The Afrobeats legend ended his appeal with hope. He believes a peaceful resolution is possible — if the right people take action.
