Royalty Dispute: Peter Admits Jude Sent Him Six Years of P-Square Royalty Records

Peter Okoye, of the defunct music duo P-Square, admitted in a Lagos Federal High Court that his brother Jude sent him six years of the group’s royalty records, spanning 2016 to 2022. This admission came during Peter's cross-examination by Jude's counsel, Clement Onwuewunor, SAN. Peter initially claimed that Jude took more than three months to provide the records after he requested them in 2022.

However, when questioned about the exact date of his request and the time Jude took to send the records, Peter admitted he had no proof of the earlier request and could not recall. He confirmed receipt of the records sent by Jude, which covered royalties from 2016 to 2022, including those for Lex Records. Peter also admitted to receiving about $800,000 in SACEM royalties between 2016 and 2026 but claimed he did not share any of the money with Jude.

He denied informing Jude about these payments, stating that the money was for the artists. Peter maintained that the SACEM contract was signed by "the team" and acknowledged that Jude directed some of P-Square's music videos. He clarified that Jude was not part of P-Square, although he directed some of their music videos. Peter also confirmed paying a quarter of his SACEM share to Jude but denied claims that Jude demanded quarterly payments.

Regarding his role as P-Square's manager, Peter stated he had no employment contract with Jude and that their arrangement was through Northside Entertainment Limited. He acknowledged that all P-Square songs were composed, written, and produced by him and Paul, while acknowledging Jude's role in directing some of the group's music videos.

The trial of Jude and his company, Northside Music Limited, for alleged financial crimes involving N1.3 billion and $1 million is ongoing, with Jude pleading not guilty. Further hearings are set for December 8 and 9, 2026.