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Just when the Okoye brothers’ fans believed the past wounds had finally healed, a new controversy erupted, threatening to drag the once-beloved P-Square duo back into the public dispute.
This latest feud revolves around a claim by Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, that his twin brother, Peter Okoye (Mr. P), has unlawfully taken ownership of his song, “Winning.”
Released on Friday as part of Mr. P’s latest 2-pack EP featuring the tracks “Winning” and “Attention,” the song has unexpectedly reignited the brothers’ differences.
Fans are worried as they watch the past repeat itself once more, casting doubt on hopes of reconciliation.
The controversy unfolded through an impassioned Instagram post from Rudeboy, who shared not only his grievances but also uploaded the demo version of “Winning” to back his claim.
In his caption, he asserted that the song was “written and sung by Rudeboy” and implied that the production team was fully aware of his ownership of the track.
Frustrated by what he perceived as Mr. P’s attempt to repurpose his work without permission, Rudeboy wrote: “Now how come? Now am I supposed to release another version? Mr. Producer your case na for another day.”
Rudeboy appeared determined to reclaim what he sees as his rightful work.
According to Rudeboy, “Winning” was one of six songs he submitted for the now-cancelled P-Square reunion album.
The brothers initially anticipated this project to be a turning point in their relationship, a way to rekindle their creative synergy and celebrate their legacy.
However, Rudeboy revealed that he had shelved the reunion album and planned to release “Winning” on his own album in June of the following year.
To his dismay, he asserted that Mr. P not only re-recorded the song, but also performed it verbatim, thereby asserting ownership of his diligent efforts.
In the midst of this new fallout, Rudeboy amplified his frustration to his fans on social media platforms, suggesting that Mr. P’s actions were part of a pattern of manipulation he is no longer willing to tolerate.
He vowed to release demo versions of any other songs he authored that he believes have been misused, signalling his resolve to bring transparency and justice to their shared musical past.
It was gathered that “Winning,” a song that many had hoped would represent a victory over past grievances, has instead become the latest point of contention.
For long-time supporters of P-Square, who grew up with the brothers’ music and witnessed their rise from local talents to global superstars, this feud represents a painful reminder of how fame and success can sometimes fracture even the closest of bonds.
Fans have voiced their disappointment across social media, lamenting the dissolution of what once felt like an indomitable partnership.
Adding to the public’s frustration is the fact that the Okoye brothers had recently given the impression of a truce, leading fans to believe that the bitterness had been left behind.
However, this latest chapter in their ongoing feud suggests otherwise, with both brothers seemingly unwilling to put aside their grievances.
The dispute over “Winning” has left many wondering if the brothers’ legacy will forever be overshadowed by this cycle of rivalry and whether they can ever truly resolve the issues that have plagued their relationship.
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