Nigerian music executive and entrepreneur Soso Soberekon has publicly offered Peter Okoye 500 million naira to face his twin brother, Paul Okoye, in a celebrity boxing match. The proposal was made on Sunday night while Peter was performing on stage, according to a widely circulated video on social media.
Footage from the event shows Soberekon in the audience holding up his phone toward the stage. The screen displayed a text message reading, “500 Million Naira to fight your twin in a boxing match.” The offer arrives against the backdrop of a deepening financial dispute between the former P-Square duo.
Peter Okoye, one half of the defunct Afrobeats group, has recently accused his brother Paul and their elder brother, Jude Okoye, of diverting music royalties. The allegations have reignited public scrutiny over the group’s business affairs years after their initial split and subsequent reunion.
Soberekon, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, has not issued a formal statement beyond the viral gesture. Neither Peter nor Paul Okoye has publicly responded to the boxing challenge as of Monday morning.
The rivalry between the Okoye brothers has played out intermittently in the public eye since P-Square’s first dissolution in 2017. Their 2021 reunion was celebrated as a landmark moment for African music, but recent accusations suggest unresolved tensions over financial management and intellectual property rights.
Industry observers note that celebrity boxing matches have gained traction globally as high-revenue spectacles, though the prospect of a bout between estranged twins adds a layer of personal complexity. Legal and contractual implications surrounding the brothers’ shared catalogue remain unclear.
The dispute underscores broader challenges in Nigeria’s creative sector regarding transparency in royalty collection and family-run business structures. As the situation develops, stakeholders are watching for potential legal action or a formal mediation process.
For now, Soberekon’s offer remains a public spectacle without confirmed acceptance. The entertainment community and fans alike await the brothers’ next move, whether in the ring or the boardroom.
