Peter Okoye tells court he received over $800,000 in P-Square royalties
Singer Peter Okoye has told a Federal High Court in Lagos that he received more than $800,000 in royalties from France-based music rights organisation SACEM for songs recorded by the former music group, P-Square. Peter made the disclosure while testifying virtually before Justice Alexander Owoeye. He was cross-examined by Clement Onwuewunor, SAN, who is representing […] Peter Okoye tells court he…
Peter Okoye testified in a Federal High Court in Lagos regarding $800,000+ in royalties received from SACEM for songs recorded by his former group, P-Square. He stated this during a virtual hearing with Justice Alexander Owoeye. Peter's brother, Jude Okoye, represented him, as did Clement Onwuewunor, SAN, who questioned Peter about allegations of fraud involving the EFCC.
Jude was charged with seven counts, and he pleaded not guilty. During questioning, Peter refuted claims he made in 2022 that Jude delayed sending him P-Square's royalty records, stating he had asked for them earlier in 2022. When asked for evidence, Peter admitted he couldn't provide a text message, email, or other proof of the request.
He confirmed he received the royalty statement from Jude, covering royalties from 2016 to 2022, including payments from Lex Records. Peter insisted the money belonged to him, Paul, and the team rather than Jude, who was not a member of the team according to Peter. The court adjourned the case until December 8 and 9, 2026, for further hearings.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
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