Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, has opened up about his life as a solo artiste, describing it as “peaceful” and “more rewarding” in what appears to be a veiled response to recent comments by his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye.
In a series of posts shared on his Instagram story that is now generating reactions across social media platforms, the singer reflected on the aftermath of the Psquare split and his journey since breaking away from the family-run group.
“Since I went solo, life has been peaceful, no noise, no drama. I sleep better at night,” Paul wrote.
“It’s more rewarding now, not just financially but mentally and emotionally. I’m at peace.”
The statement seems to be directed at Jude Okoye, who managed Psquare during their peak but recently suggested he felt betrayed by how both Paul and his twin brother, Peter, handled the group’s collapse.
In a recent interview, Jude had said, “What happened broke me… I built that thing [Psquare] with my sweat, and they just threw it away like it was nothing.”
Paul, however, appears unfazed. “Some people will never understand how important peace of mind is,” he said.
“I’d rather be on my own than be in the middle of chaos, even if it’s with blood.”
Psquare, made up of Paul and Peter Okoye, was managed by Jude for over a decade, producing multiple hits and dominating the African music scene before their bitter fallout in 2017.
Although the brothers reconciled publicly in 2021 and returned briefly as a duo, the family’s business ties have not fully healed.
Fans were quick to connect Paul’s cryptic posts to Jude’s recent statements, sparking a new wave of speculation about unresolved issues within the family.
“Peace is underrated. I won’t trade it for anything. Not again,” Paul added.
The public fallout between the Okoye brothers—once Nigeria’s most admired music family—has continued to draw interest from fans and industry observers, especially given their influential legacy and the role Jude played in shaping their brand.
While Peter has largely stayed silent on the matter, Paul’s statements suggested he remains cautious about reuniting beyond music.
“Forgiveness is one thing, but going back to a place that nearly destroyed you? Never again,” he said.
As of press time, Jude Okoye had not responded to Paul’s latest comments, but sources hinted that tensions remain high despite previous efforts to reconcile.
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