Peter Put Him in Prison, I’m Here to Get Him Out” — Paul Okoye Stakes Ikoyi Property to Secure Jude Okoye’s Bail

Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has secured the release of his elder brother, Jude Okoye, from custody by staking one of his properties in Ikoyi, Lagos, as surety.

Jude Okoye, the former manager and elder brother of Paul and Peter Okoye from the defunct music group P-Square, was remanded in the Ikoyi Correctional Facility on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. His detention followed his arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of money laundering involving N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. He pleaded not guilty to all charges, and his bail hearing was scheduled for Friday, February 28.

At the bail hearing, Rudeboy presented documents of his Ikoyi property, valued in the billions, as collateral for Jude’s release. Addressing the court, he stated, “My Lord, I have here with me documents of one of my properties situated in Ikoyi valued at several billions of naira, and I’m willing to drop it with the court, but please release my brother to me on bail today.”

Outside the courthouse, Rudeboy expressed his belief that his twin brother, Peter, was responsible for Jude’s legal troubles. “It’s Peter that is doing this. He’s putting him in prison, and I’m here to bring him out,” he said.

Jude Okoye is facing trial alongside his company, Northside Music Ltd, before Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court in Lagos. The case stems from a petition filed by Peter Okoye to the EFCC, alleging that Jude secretly set up a company with his wife, Ifeoma Okoye, while controlling undisclosed P-Square royalties.

Following Jude’s arraignment, Paul Okoye shared a cryptic message on his Instagram Story, seemingly directed at Peter. He wrote, “Exactly what he wants. This too, shall pass. Stay strong, brother @judeengees.”