The singer, known for his forthrightness, expressed deep frustration via Instagram, accusing the family’s former publicist of attempting to discredit him and manipulate public perception.
“I Am Peter Okoye — Not May D or Cynthia Morgan”
In a passionate post, Peter asserted his identity and dismissed attempts to portray him as dishonest.
"Exactly what I was talking about: their publicist doing everything for me to look like a liar," he wrote. "I am not May D or Cynthia Morgan; I am Peter Okoye, the one and only—the rock, Okwute of the Okoyes. The truth shall surely prevail."
The artist’s statement comes in response to an unnamed lawyer who reportedly accused him of fabricating details in his statement to the EFCC. Peter’s comments suggest the dispute is rooted in financial mismanagement and royalty issues that have long plagued the Okoye family.
Tensions Over Royalties and Family Trust
The feud between Peter and his brothers—Paul Okoye (his former Psquare partner) and Jude Okoye (their elder brother and former manager)—has been simmering for years. While Psquare eventually reunited briefly in 2021, Peter now claims that the reunion was orchestrated under false pretenses.
"Only to find out that I was actually used in the whole November 2021 reunion!" he wrote. "But since we are in court, I will wait for the right time to tell what really went down."
The public fallout has been shaped by allegations of financial impropriety, with Peter repeatedly asserting that trust was broken within the family. He punctuated his recent post with the repeated question: “Una thief abi una no thief?” (Did you steal or not?), a rhetorical jab that underscores his belief that he was betrayed.
Mohbad's Tragedy Sparks Personal Resolve
Peter also referenced the tragic death of Nigerian singer Mohbad as a catalyst for his decision to stop staying silent in the face of perceived wrongdoing. He revealed that trying to be the “bigger person” only worsened the situation.
“After watching everything about Mohbad’s death... I decided to myself that I would never play the bigger person nor act as the mature one... Never again,” he said.
His message conveys a shift in tone—from patience and diplomacy to defiance and resolution—emphasizing his intent to speak his truth regardless of public opinion.
Legal Proceedings Ongoing
With the matter now before the courts, Peter has hinted that more revelations are to come. For now, however, he remains focused on setting the record straight and standing firm in his version of events.
While Psquare once symbolized unity in African pop music, the current legal and personal strife between the Okoye brothers reflects deeper issues that fame and success may have masked. As the court case unfolds, the public may gain a clearer picture of the financial and emotional breakdown within one of Nigeria’s most celebrated music families.