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‘I had no access to our money’: Peter Okoye testifies in EFCC case against brother Jude

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Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 4:59 am

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A dramatic family feud played out in the courtroom on Monday as Peter Okoye, one-half of the famed Nigerian music duo P-Square, testified against his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, in an ongoing trial over alleged money laundering involving over ₦1.3 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59.‘I couldn’t access money’ – Peter Jude’s alleged fraudulent schemes Jude’s alleged tax fraud

A dramatic family feud played out in the courtroom on Monday as Peter Okoye, one-half of the famed Nigerian music duo P-Square, testified against his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, in an ongoing trial over alleged money laundering involving over ₦1.3 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59.

The trial, which commenced before Justice Alexander Owoeye at the Federal High Court in Lagos, centers around serious financial misconduct allegations against Jude Okoye and his company, Northside Music Limited.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) filed a seven-count charge against him following a petition by his younger brother, Peter.

As evidenced by EFCC counsel Larry Peter Aso, Peter testified about how he came to suspect his brother of mismanaging and diverting funds that were due to the music group.

“Psquare started in 1997/98. Before Jude became our manager, we had others, including Chioma Ugochi and the late Howie-T. But when Jude came on board, things changed. He was the sole signatory to all our accounts—Ecobank, Zenith, and FCMB,” Peter testified.

‘I couldn’t access money’ – Peter

Peter explained that this arrangement led to frequent disputes and left him unable to access funds.

“There were months I couldn’t access money. It was so bad that I had to go through our lawyer, Festus Keyamo, to create a sharing formula.”

He recalled a particularly frustrating incident while constructing his house in Ikoyi.

“The house project was financed by Northwest Entertainment Ltd, but for six months, they stopped funding mine. When I asked why, I was told, ‘As you leave P-Square, you leave the money.’ That was when I knew something wasn’t right.”

Jude’s alleged fraudulent schemes

Things took a darker turn when Peter discovered a company named Northside Music Limited, allegedly created by Jude without the knowledge of the other group members.

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He said it mirrored their official company, Northside Entertainment Ltd, and appeared to be collecting royalties due to Psquare.

“By 2022, when people wanted to acquire our albums, I requested a statement of account,” he said. “But Jude refused. Even the account officers at Zenith Bank told me he instructed them not to give me access. They said the only way I could get the documents was through the court.”

Peter testified that, to his dismay, he discovered that the same aggregators managing P-Square’s digital content also handled Northside Music Ltd, Jude’s separate company. He said his attempts to get clarity from his twin brother, Paul, yielded no results.

“When I asked Paul, he said: ‘You know say I don’t know anything about it,’ and told me to go meet Jude.”

Further digging led Peter to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), where he discovered that Jude and his wife were the listed directors of Northside Music Limited—with Jude owning 20% and his wife holding 80%.

“Until then, I had no idea the company even existed,” he said. “It was when I checked Cynthia Morgan’s album metadata—she was one of Jude’s artists—that I realized where the royalties were being diverted.”

He also alleged that attempts to retrieve their music catalogue from Jude revealed that the backend data had been tampered with.

“When we tried to sell the catalogue, potential buyers said the numbers had been reduced and the value was no longer worth their offer.”

Peter also claimed that a new company, Mad Solutions, had paid him $22,000 after taking over the catalogues, but he was told that Jude and Paul had already received their own payments.

Jude’s alleged tax fraud

He further alleged that the group’s tax consultant told him Jude had only paid minimal taxes, based on claims that P-Square had ceased to be active since their 2017 split.

Based on these findings, Peter said he instructed his lawyer, Afolabi, to file a formal petition to the EFCC, which launched the ongoing investigation.

One of the criminal charges against Jude alleges that he used Northside Music Ltd to purchase a property in Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, for ₦850 million—funds that the EFCC believes were laundered.

Another charge states that he converted $1,019,762.87 via a Bureau de Change into naira and transferred the funds to various bank accounts to obscure their origins.

Jude Okoye has pleaded not guilty to all counts. The trial was adjourned until June 4, when Peter Okoye is expected to face cross-examination.

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I was talking about Jesus and they tried to shut me down – Odumodublvck

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April 29, 2025

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Nigerian rapper, Odumodublvck, has spoken up about the moment his microphone was turned off during his acceptance speech at the 2025 Headies.

Taking to X on April 29, 2025, the rapper shared his perspective on the incident, explaining that he harbours no resentment towards the award show.

I was talking about Jesus, and they tried to shut me down. I am a hundred percent sure that if I was talking about His Excellency Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, I would not have been cut off. I genuinely have no bad blood towards the headies; rather, I am grateful they put my mic back on to spread the gospel. Jesus is king. He is before now and forever.

I WAS TALKING ABOUT JESUS AND THEY TRIED TO SHUT ME DOWN.
I AM HUNDRED PERCENT SURE THAT IF I WAS TALKING ABOUT HIS EXCELLENCY GOVERNOR BABAJIDE SANWO- OLU I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN CUT OFF.
I GENUINELY HAVE NO BAD BLOOD TOWARDS THE HEADIES,
RATHER, I AM GRATEFUL THEY PUT MY MIC…
— INDUSTRY MACHINE ⚙️ (@Odumodublvck_) April 29, 2025

The rapper won the highly coveted award for the next-rated category, making him the first to do so after securing more votes than other nominees Shallipopi, Qing Madi, Ayo Maff, and Nasboi.

The hitmaker was presented the award by Afrobeats megastar Davido, who also won the prize in 2013.

However, during his acceptance speech, his microphone was turned off, which many perceived was done because of a time crunch. The mic was soon turned back on and Odumodublvck was able to finish his speech.

After the rapper posted his tweet, X users took to the comment section in reaction to his speech ‘being about Jesus’.

Reactions below:

Sometimes you self dey overdo.. that’s not a religious ground you have to respect other faiths in the building this attitude of trying to force people into something is what you need to get rid of stop behaving like you live in a 5th world Slum… I’m a Christian a follower of Christ and his teachings….but there are limits to things especially in a multiple faith belief country and a country where religion is being used for fraud… Get sense or go home

But your music na opposite kala

No, drop this virtue signalling performance. I can’t recall any song you have ever done or named to honor Jesus. You cannot have a body of work that is about sex, cultism and violence then want to use Jesus to catch cruise on a headies stage.

You were wasting time with your shenanigans that’s why they cut you off. Almost everyone who collected award there gave thanks to Jesus/God and they didn’t cut them off . Every small thing una go play jesus card

The 31-year-old is still basking in the euphoria of his new achievement and is yet to respond to some of the comments shared in his post.

FIRST RAPPER TO WIN THE NEXT RATED AWARD
HIP HOP LEGACY.
I THOUGHT THAT BY NOW ELDEE,MODE 9 & NIGGA RAW WOULD HAVE SENT ME A BOTTLE OF SHAYO COUPLED WITH WORDS OF APPRECIATION BUT NO,
I WILL PUSH IT TO VECTOR,THE ABAGA BROTHERS & NAETO C (MY COUSIN)
WHEN I SEE EACH AND…
— INDUSTRY MACHINE ⚙️ (@Odumodublvck_) April 29, 2025

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5,000-plus crowd! HM Hannatu Musawa, Chimamanda Adichie, Abike Dabiri, Arunma Oteh, Bella Adenuga and others audience at the first #WithChude Live

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April 29, 2025

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Chude Jideonwo, Media entrepreneur and celebrated storyteller, hosted Africa’s first-ever talk concert, #WithChude Live, in Lagos, Nigeria.

The atmosphere was electric as more than 5,000 guests packed the hall for a groundbreaking night of vulnerability, truth, and deep emotional connection.

Chude hosted panel conversations with celebrated stars including Teni, Taaooma, and Kiekie on one panel and Ruth Kadiri, Hauwa Lawal, and Moses Bliss on another.

In addition, he conducted deeply personal interviews with some of Nigeria’s most beloved figures — Falz, Bovi, Funke Akindele, Jerry Eze, and Chimamanda Adichie — bringing stories of vulnerability, strength, and authenticity to life on stage.

One of the evening’s most powerful moments came when Chude read an excerpt from his highly anticipated memoir, How Depression Saved My Life, set to be released in September 2025.

He read: In fact, I should state that nothing really changed immediately after I came to my awakening. I didn’t become happier or stronger or anything. I don’t know if that’s what happens for anyone else, but that’s not what happened for me. I continued to be depressed, to all intents and purposes.

He also shared a heartfelt poem from the book, offering an intimate glimpse into his personal journey of healing, hope, and triumph.

The event started with a vibrant red carpet session, where celebrities and dignitaries across Nigeria were interviewed and celebrated.

The red carpet buzz added a touch of glamour and excitement to an evening dedicated to real, meaningful conversations. Media houses from across Nigeria were present to cover this historic event, capturing the rare sight of a full hall where every heart was fully engaged. Guests were seated — no murmuring, no distractions, no side attraction— only heartfelt conversations that stirred the soul.

True to its mission, #WithChude Live promised to be a beautiful day for the mind, spirit, and heart, and it lived up to its promise.

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One of the attendees took to Instagram after the event to share key lessons learned. Among them was the powerful reflection: “Be humble with your God given grace.”

The overwhelming turnout and emotional impact have set a new standard for live talk concert experiences in Nigeria and across Africa, marking #WithChude Live as a historic first on the continent.

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Priscilla Ojo is not on Twitter – Toyin Abraham on viral tweet

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20 hours ago

April 29, 2025

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Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has cleared the air regarding a viral tweet thought to have been posted by Iyabo Ojo’s newly-married daughter, Priscilla.

It all began when Priscilla’s husband Juma Jux; a Tanzanian singer took home the award for the Best East African Artist of the Year during the Headies awards ceremony on April 27, 2025.

Through the excitement, Juma Jux’s feat was received with equal skepticism and joy from social media users.

While many congratulated him, others wondered how the perceived newcomer clinched the award.

A particular X user reacted to the news saying, “LMAO the game is the game,” a statement which many interpreted to mean that Juma won the award simply because he married Priscilla.

This was a sentiment that many on X seemed to share, as others voiced their agreement in his comment section.

LMAO the game is the game. https://t.co/V5N1ZOENEB
— Oku (@oku_yungx) April 28, 2025

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Smart guy who knows how to expand his music career in Africa.

Sometimes I feel he married a Nigerian for this.

Man wants to expand Because wtf does he sing?

The post piqued the interest of many social media users, including an X account in Priscilla’s name.

Yes oo, he got married for Nigerians recognition and Headies award 😂😂 the game is the game my brother. Shout-out to my husband such a smart, calculative and hardworking man, I’m so lucky 🥳❤️ big love to the Jp fans for voting. We love You🫶🏽❤️

yes oo, he got married for Nigerians recognition and Headies award 😂😂 the game is the game my brother. Shout-out to my husband such a smart, calculative and hardworking man, I’m so lucky 🥳❤️ big love to the Jp fans for voting. We love you🫶🏽❤️ https://t.co/hjBUW6oISF
— Priscilla Ojo (@priscilla_ojo) April 28, 2025

The tweet immediately went viral across social media, especially because the account was thought to be Priscilla’s. Soon Toyin Abraham took to X to clarify that the account was a fake.

She wrote, “THIS IS A FAKE ACCOUNT PLSsss, Pricilia is not on Twitter 🙏🙏🙏”

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THIS IS A FAKE ACCOUNT PLSsss, Pricilia is not on Twitter 🙏🙏🙏 https://t.co/ZbImAyNDcr
— TOYIN ABRAHAM AJEYEMI (@toyin_abraham1) April 28, 2025

Priscilla and Juma Jux’s wedding is the most talked about wedding ceremony so far in 2025, attended by dignitaries and many influential names to count.

The luxurious wedding ceremonies were split between Nigeria and Tanzania, where her husband resides and where the finale is set to hold.