Nigerian music star and one-half of the defunct P-Square duo, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has stirred reactions on social media after announcing that he is changing his birthday date.
In a post shared on Monday afternoon via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the singer wrote simply, “I am officially changing my birthday date.
“I’m making it official. November 18th is no longer my birthday celebration date. Please note that I will not be accepting any messages or gifts on that day.
“My birthday will now be celebrated on November 30th. This is a personal decision, and I truly appreciate your understanding.”
Peter, who has, over the years, been in the spotlight both for his music career and the highly publicised family disputes within the Okoye household, did not provide further explanation for the decision at the time of filing this report.
Peter Okoye rose to fame as one half of P-Square, the award-winning music duo he formed with his twin brother, Paul Okoye (Rudeboy).
The group dominated African pop music in the 2000s and early 2010s with several hits before internal disagreements led to their split.
The first major breakdown in the group became public around 2015, largely centred on management disputes involving their elder brother, Jude Okoye, who handled their business affairs.
Issues around royalties, creative control, and family interference eventually deepened the rift.
By 2017, the group officially disbanded, with both brothers pursuing solo careers under the names Mr P and Rudeboy, respectively.
However, after years of separation, the twins reconciled in November 2021, an emotional reunion that thrilled fans across Africa and beyond.
Their reconciliation was marked by joint appearances, performances, and the release of new music, although the renewed partnership struggled to reach the commercial heights of their earlier years.
Despite the reunion, underlying tensions reportedly resurfaced later, with disagreements over financial transparency, royalty management, and corporate structures linked to their music catalogue.
Peter later alleged irregularities involving their former management setup, leading to renewed public exchanges and legal proceedings involving members of the Okoye family. The situation further complicated public perception of the once-celebrated music partnership.
