On February 26, 2025, Jude Okoye, the older brother and former manager of Nigeria’s iconic music duo P-Square, stood before Justice Alexander Owoeye at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, facing seven counts of money laundering totalling ₦1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59.
Jude “No sin,” The foundation is laid for the blockbuster trial scheduled for April 14, 2025. This was initially a family dispute between Jude and his twin brothers Peter (Mr. P) and Paul (Rudeboy) Okoyehas become a high-stakes legal battle that threatens to uncover the legacy of one of Africa’s most famous musical performances. This is the authoritative story of the EFCC with Jude Okoye Case – its origins, allegations, court drama and far-reaching influence.
Root: The rise and destruction of p-square
P-square – Peter and Paul Okoye, who ruled Afrobeat from 2003 to 2017 Weird body,,,,, personallyand Bank Alert. The duo’s older brother, Jude, is estimated to have a fortune of more than $150 million through music sales, international travel and profitable representation, including a landmark deal with Globacom. Jude is often called the mastermind behind the success, responsible for the group’s management company, Northside Entertainment. However, under the glitz, tensions are abandoned in royalties, creative controls and financial transparency.
The first public crack was dissolved in the miserable dispute in 2017, when P square disbanded. The brief gathering in 2021 brings hope, but by 2022 the twins split again, with Peter and Paul engaging in P-and Paul’s career as Mr. P and Rudeboy. Jude became a lightning rod for the alleged once he held the glue together, especially Peter, who claimed his brother had misinformed over the years. These dissatisfactions are repeatedly aired on social media, laying the foundation for a drastic escalation.
August 2023: Peter’s petition ignites the fire
In August 2023, Peter Okoye filed a petition to the EFCC, accusing Jude and his wife, ifeoma okoye, of transferring millions and hundreds of millions of dollars in a p-square franchise to a secret company, Northern Music Co., Ltd. disagrees with Northside Entertainment. Peter claimed that it was a intentional plan to bypass the group’s financial structure. “I wrote a petition against Jude and his wife instead of Paul.” Peter clarified in a report statement Whistler On August 12, 2024, once his legal team received the report, they promised to release the final report from the EFCC.
Jude quickly denied the allegations, marking them as baseless and slander. Meanwhile, Paul oscillates between defending Jude and accusing Peter of exaggeration, suggesting a deeper distrust. EFCC is known for its meticulous investigation, and he launched an investigation that has produced nearly two years of results, analyzing bank records, property deeds and transaction traces related to Northside Music Ltd.
2024: Family hatred openly
Throughout 2024, the Okoye Brothers’ Rift Valley has become a battlefield in Nigeria’s public squares (X posts, Instagram Rants and Tamplesess). On August 12, Peter doubled, accusing Jude of crossing “a large number of betrayals” and vowed to reveal evidence to him. Paul refuted with mysterious messages that show that Peter’s petition was misled, while acknowledging that both twins had their own financial mistakes. The show intensifies as fans and celebrities weigh on it – Cynthia Morgan, an artist who previously accused Jude of retaining royalties, sarcastically said the matter should remain “inside”.
Behind the scenes, the EFCC has established a case. Peter’s petition unearthed suspicious transactions, including 850 million real estate purchases and $1 million in currency conversions, which the agency tagged as potential money laundering. By the end of 2024, formal estimates have been laid.
February 26, 2025: Jude faces the law
The EFCC’s Lagos Regional Bureau is seeking Jude Okoye and Northside Music Ltd before Justice Owoeye on February 26, 2025. Seven-meter charging meter, detailed introduction Pioneer News An annoying picture was drawn on the official EFCC website:
- Count 1: In 2022, Jude and his company allegedly used funds with “a proceeds from known or reasonably suspected to be illegal” at 5 Tony Eromosele Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos. This violates Section 18(2)(d) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
- Count 2: In the same year, they converted $1,019,762.87 through access bank accounts operated by North District Music Co., Ltd. and spread the funds in multiple accounts to hide their origins – under Section 18(2)(a) of the Act.
- Other counts: The remaining allegations, while less detailed in the public report, involved an additional £34,537.59 and accumulated 1.38 billion figures for the 2022 exchange rate adjusted.
Jude’s “innocence” request triggered a court showdown. EFCC lawyer Larry Peters Aso demanded a trial date and custody Jude in the correctional facility on the grounds of the seriousness of the case. Defense attorney Inibehe Effiong objected to the pending bail application, demanding a brief recession and temporary EFCC custody. ASO objected, pointing out that the facilities were overcrowded, and Justice Owoeye ruled to remand Jude in the Ikoyi Correctional Institution. The bail hearing is scheduled to be held on February 28 and the trial is scheduled to be held on April 14, 2025. The viral video of Jude reaching the courtroom, but next to it is EFCC officials, flooding social media and expanding the legend’s influence.
February 27, 2025: Family and public trade-offs
The arraignment passed the Okoye family and other regions echoed. Paul posted on X, “That’s exactly what someone wants.” Punching Peter in secret, while urging Jude “stay strong.” Later, he fell into the waters, claiming that he and Peter both made similar financial mistakes, a claim that they caught the attention but provided no details. Cynthia Morgan quipped online: “NA Family Matter Dem carry Go Court,” reflecting the sentiment that the dispute should be settled privately. Media likes lagit.ng and punch The allegations were elaborated while fans debated whether Jude was a villain or a victim.
February 28, 2025: Bail hearing begins
According to Punch, Jude’s bail application heard on February 28 but was moved by Justice Alexander Owoeye, who set a March 3, 2025 decision date after hearing the debate by Okoye’s attorney Inibehe Effiong and the debate by Mr Fanny Anum, a lawyer at the Economic and Financial Crime Commission.
Charge: Decompose the numbers
EFCC accused Jude of money laundering ₦$1.38 billion, $1 million and £34,537.59 in 2022, two deals:
- ₦850 million property: Ikoyi’s luxury assets are one of the most expensive enclaves in Lagos and are allegedly purchased with illegal funds.
- $1,019,762.87 Convert: Through the committee’s change bureau merger and split, this is the classic money laundering strategy of the EFCC.
this “Illegal Act” The funds generated are still not disclosed, but Peter’s claim points to the transfer of P square royalties. Under the Money Laundering Act, convictions on each offence can accommodate up to 14 years in prison, fines and assets forfeiture, which is the high price for Jude to be guilty of.
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- Jude Okoye: The defendant, former P square manager and family Linchpin became the accused mastermind.
- Peter Okoye (Mr. P): The petitioner’s allegations triggered the case and Jude was firmly exposed.
- Rudeboy: Loyalty to Jude and the common sense of guilt to admission kept himself away from Peter’s Crusade.
- Get gay: Jude’s wife, although not prosecuted, is considered a Northside Music co-director.
- EFCC: Nigeria’s anti-crime sword saint, led by Larry Peters Aso in court.
- Justice Alexander Owoeye: Preside over the judge, balancing the legal and public weights of the case.
- Inibehe Effiong: Jude’s defender, responsible for dismantling the EFCC narrative.
What to endanger
For Jude, the bet exists, and if convicted, Palson, financial destruction and reputational loss are about the same. Even acquittal may not eliminate his career as a music director. For Peter and Paul, the case swept the demise of P-Square, whose $150 million inheritance was covered by distrust. The entertainment industry in Nigeria is closely watching as the results can tighten financial oversight for artists and managers, echoing the EFCC case with figures like Hushpuppi.
Road to April 14, 2025
The trial will depend on evidence, i.e. bank statements, property records, and Peter’s testimony – against Jude’s defense that the funds are legal or cost of vendetta. Paul’s character is still a wildcard. His claim to the inner gui can make him a witness or a co-defendant. The appeal may extend the legend into 2026, but so far, April 14 is the estimated day.
Cultural Echo
In Nigeria, family disputes rarely meet this legal provision, making the Okoye case a cultural outlier. Public sentiment splits between sympathy for Jude as a scapegoat and criticism of Peter’s declaration of personal dissatisfaction. The legend emphasizes the fragility of fame – P-square’s national anthem was once a fan of unity. Now, their discord divides them.
in conclusion
As of March 1, 2025, Jude Okoye awaits the trial at Ikoyi Correctional Facilities, Peter insists on his allegations, and Paul navigates a vague middle ground. EFCC and Jude Okoye are more than just a legal battle, it’s a cautionary tale about wealth, loyalty and the cost of betrayal. With 1.38 billion, the facts will unfold in court, making Nigeria and the world think: Is Jude a fraud or someone with a family? The only time – Justice Owoeye – would say.
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