- Mr P clears the air after a man bearing the same name gets arrested in Ghana for kidnapping, leaving fans amused
- The Psquare singer’s witty post on X (formerly Twitter) sparked widespread laughter and praise for staying respectful
- The singer, earlier in April, notes that the rivalry among fans played a huge role in creating tension between him and his brother
Nigerian singer and one-half of the iconic music duo Psquare, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has reacted to a viral video showing a man bearing his name being arrested in Ghana.
The man, also named Peter Okoye, was reportedly apprehended by Ghanaian authorities over allegations of kidnapping, leading to confusion online due to the shared identity with the famous artist.
Reacting swiftly to the trending topic, Mr P took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to clear the air. In his words:
“Abeg make una dey specifically dey specify which ‘PETER OKOYE’ I no be Thief.”
Mr P reacts as namesake gets arrested in Ghana for kidnapping. Photos: @PeterPsquare/TwitterSource: Instagram
Amid the buzz, TheTalk.NG recalled that in April, during an emotional speech at AY Live, Mr P opened up about Psquare’s breakup.
He revealed that the constant fan comparisons between him and his twin brother Paul, aka Rudeboy, fueled tension and contributed to the group’s split.
Mr P said on stage:
“The fans were the problem. Always comparing and picking sides… it got into our heads”
See the post here:
Netizens react to Mr P’s post
His response, which was humorous yet clear, earned him massive praise from fans who commended his calm approach and sense of humour.
@UnlimitedEniola wrote:
“Lo 😂 Not your own bro. Apart from your brothers, you can’t be accused by any other person.”
@Mautiin01 commented:
“Definitely not Peter Jude Okoye of (P-Square). Good evening Broski.”
@ambitiousGunner stated:
“We know you’re not a thief, but thanks for clearing your name without insulting anyone, a rare trait these days. However, I can’t help myself from laughing at the way you said it.”
@streetupdate24_ commented:
“You go too explain no evidence!!! I don tell my guys say u thief!!! You need arrest these bloggers.”
@deBlockholder opined:
“Chief, you should also know that name doesn’t belong to one person on this continent or even in Nigeria. Every Peter Okoye is Peter Okoye. So far as it’s not you then we thank God, just like how you’re silently happy it’s not you. Don’t find this as an insult, legend.”
@faithy308235357 stated:
“Omoh no jokes oo… dem really need to dey specify coz first hand wey I read this post I first shout ‘Jesus! How come naa?’ Until I see say na your own post o.”
@Moo70937623Iyke wrote:
“Mr P, very perfect. If you didn’t speak up, Naija bloggers would’ve done what they know how to do best — twist stories, because what they can’t twist doesn’t exist.”
The Psquare singer’s witty post on X sparks widespread laughter. Photos: @PeterPsquare/XSource: Instagram
Mr P addresses sabotage allegation
TheTalk.NG, meanwhile, reported in January that One management, the entertainment organisation in charge of Mr P’s music business, responded to allegations that he sabotaged fast-rising singer Darkoo’s song.
Darkoo had claimed Mr P attempted to sabotage her new hit single Focus On Me, which sampled one of the twins’ popular songs, ‘Gimme Dat.’
In a lengthy letter to TheTalk.NG, management maintained that all Mr P did was ensure that all parties involved in the dissolved Psquare group were carried along rather than just one.
Source: TheTalk.NG
