D’banj begs federal govt to intervene in P-Square crisis

Veteran Afrobeats superstar, D’banj, has broken his silence on the messy family war rocking the iconic P-Square brothers — Peter and Paul Okoye, and their elder brother/former manager, Jude Okoye.

In a trending interview with Adesope Live, D’banj pleaded with the Federal Government of Nigeria to wade into the matter and help resolve the $1 million fraud case currently tearing the brothers apart.

Recalll that Peter Okoye has dragged Jude and his company, Northside Entertainment, to court for allegedly defrauding him. The drama escalated when Paul publicly defended Jude, claiming Peter was only out to destroy their brother’s name.

Now, with the case still hot in court and fans divided, D’banj has stepped in to say enough is enough.

“The saga between Peter and Jude is a very sad one,” D’banj said. “When you want to fight, you only know the beginning… you don’t know the end.”

He said he recently flew with Peter and had a deep conversation with him, where Peter opened up about the ongoing issue. According to D’banj, there’s still hope for reconciliation, especially if both parties agree to dialogue.

“If it’s even a money issue, this is the best time to talk. You guys own your catalogue, and that’s gold. People have been trying to buy mine for over 10 years, and I haven’t sold. Same thing with P-Square — their catalogue is massive.”

D’banj went on to say that even if they never perform together again, they can still reach a respectful agreement that benefits all sides.

He didn’t stop there. The “Oliver Twist” crooner called on national figures — and even the federal government — to step in, just like they’ve done in the past.

“I remember when a bank closed in Nigeria and locked up Jay Jay Okocha’s money. The then President, Obasanjo, personally intervened and told them to pay Jay Jay because of how much he had done for the country.”

D’banj believes that something similar can happen in this case: “If it’s a money or agreement thing, let the relevant institutions — maybe Bank of Industry — help structure something.”

He concluded by appealing to mentors, elders, and anyone the Okoye brothers respect to intervene and help them find peace again.