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Open Letter: Peter Okoye of PSquare fame writes emotional letter to his brother

My dear brother Paul,
Just like I have told you several times, I am not in any competition with you or anybody else.

However, seeing you grant countless interviews where you constantly discredit my efforts in the group that we both created and built together really speaks volumes.

In your recent interviews, you claimed that you wrote and sang 99% of all P-SQUARE songs and discredited me by saying that our song with TI “EjeaJo,” which I wrote, was a failure. You went as far as using the YouTube views to discredit me once again.

You never acknowledged the other songs like “Get-Squared,” “Bizzy Body,” “Personally,” “Roll It,” “Temptation,” “Alingo,” “More than a Friend,” “Shekini,” “Say Your Love,” “Gimme Dat,” “Senorita,” “IGBEdu,” and a few others. Were these songs also considered failures as well?

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Every time I have spoken in interviews about P-SQUARE, I have always used “we” and “us” because I saw us as a team. But whenever you speak, it’s always “I” and “me,” even when I’m standing right beside you. It’s as if I never existed.

My brother, neither of us is the most talented artist in the world, but you fail to understand that God gave us this talent and even granted us another chance to excel after our last breakup. Instead, you chose to turn the most awarded and decorated music group in Africa into a laughingstock again.

One thing you need to understand clearly is that the fans didn’t fall in love with P-SQUARE because of who sang or danced the most. What made us special was the magic that came from our combined effort – us two! P-SQUARE was a force, and the fans fell in love with P-SQUARE because of our uniqueness and unity.

We both have talent, no doubt, and I have often praised you in our interviews for your songwriting ability. I have also praised anyone who has ever written a song for us or even for me as Mr. P. But instead of showing gratitude for my kind words, you seem to find satisfaction in rubbing it in my face, forgetting that it is by God’s grace that we have come this far.

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Rather than joining forces with me to reclaim our number 1 spot in the music industry, you chose to team up with Jude to claim the number 1 spot in the P-SQUARE group, always looking for opportunities to marginalize and humiliate me.

You are always claiming to be P-SQUARE’s songwriter, composer, producer, singer, backup vocalist, in fact you are everything including P-SQUARE’s video director, band, promoter, manager, even the choreographer. You are the Author and Finisher of P-SQUARE! In fact, I dash you 100% of everything instead of the 99% you claim.

I blame myself for not responding to your tweet claims in April 2015 that you wrote and sang all of P-SQUARE’s songs. I didn’t respond to these false claims for the sake of peace, as advised by family and friends, and now I am paying dearly for it.

So, my brother, let me ask you: Is Rudeboy or Mr P bigger and more successful than P-SQUARE today? Are we individually selling out arenas and stadiums like P-SQUARE used to? Are we topping world music charts with our songs as solo artistes?

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Do we command crowds and entertain massive audiences like P-SQUARE?
I often find myself wondering, what do you truly gain by constantly disrespecting and belittling me all the time. You have disrespected my wife, disrespected my family, disrespected my talent, disrespected my ideas, and even sided with Jude when he was clearly trying to oppress me. Now, it feels like you have taken it even further by trying so hard to turn the fans against me by making them believe I’m jealous of you.

You have been doing everything for the fans to hate me, but guess what? They will never hate me; instead, they will hate us both because we have disappointed and failed them.
I hope you are happy now. I genuinely wish you nothing but the best, bro! As for those who believe these lies and false narratives and come to my page to drop negative comments, I understand because you have been fed the wrong narrative for a long time. Please allow me to focus and do my music in peace.

As for the EFCC matter,

I will address it before the end of today. Stay tuned! Peace

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 BY PETER OKOYE.

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Aku Favor shares inspiration behind new song ‘Celebrate’

• Aku Favor

 Ghanaian gospel singer Aku Favor has shared the story be­hind her new song, “Cele­brate.”

The song was released on September 5, 2024 on all the various music streaming platforms.

In an interview with The Spectator Agoro, she explained that the song comes from her deep de­sire to praise and worship God continuously.

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“I have always wanted to connect with God in a deeper way. This song is my way of showing that desire, to give God the constant praise and worship He deserves.” Aku Favor explained.

Aku Favor is known for praising and worship­ing God wherever she is, whether in the kitchen or the bathroom; she always finds a way to lift God’s name. She shared that she got some of the lyrics for ‘Celebrate’ while taking her bath; receiving biblical inspiration while reading the Bible, specifically Psalm 150:6.

She said that with God’s guidance, she has created a beautiful song in English, Twi, and Ewe.

Her journey in gospel music has always been driven by her passion for worship, and this new song is no differ­ent. Fans are excited to hear the release and experience the spiritual depth and dedication that she puts into her music.

As gospel music continues to grow, artistes like her are making a strong impact by creating songs that are more than just en­tertainment; they are tools for worship and spiritual connection.

 By Linda Abrefi Wadie

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Contenders for 8th GMA-UK unveiled

• Stonebwoy

 Nominations for this year’s Ghana Music Awards-UK have been unveiled with some surprises and keen competition.

The event held last Thurs­day at Yaya La Parisienne, Lab­one in Accra, brought together some musicians and industry players.

Powered by Alordia Produc­tions, the Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK 2024 will be held on Saturday, October 19, at the Grand Sapphire Hotel, Croy­don, London.

Speaking at the event, the Coordinator for GMA-UK, Ernest Kwesi, expressed his ap­preciation to all stakeholders for their support.

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According to him, GMA-UK will continue to create a platform to promote Ghanaian artistes and their music to the world.

He encouraged music lovers and fans to vote for their favourite nominees in each category from now till the main event.

Interestingly, Black Sherif, King Promise, Kuami Eugene, Nacee, Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale and Amerado will wrestle each other for the coveted ‘Artiste Of The Year crown whiles Seven KiZs, Kasar, Lali x Lola, Keeny Ice, Kwesi Amewuga, Alaptawan

Safo Newman, Beeztrap KOTM, Fad Lan Kwekus and Kofi Badd contest for the Uncovered Artiste of the Year award.

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Another keen battle will be the Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year, where Stonebwoy

Shatta Wale and Samini will feature.

Best Gospel of the Year Artiste category will see Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Joyce Blessing and others compete for the ultimate.

There are categories like Hip Hop Artiste of the Year, Hip Hop Song of the Year, Highlife Artiste of the Year, Best Rapper of the Year, Best Collaboration and Most Popular song of the year among others up for grabs.

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