Prominent Nigerian singer, Peter Okoye, aka Mr. P has announced the launch of a self-owned alcoholic wine company named Aphro Palm Spirit.
The talented singer took to social media to break the amazing news to fans and we’ll wishes. The former member of the dissolved P-Square band also shared a video of the product launch while making the announcement.
“Somebody tell somebody to tell somebody to tell somebody that Mr. P has another one up his sleeves he said.
In a statement on social media to viewers he said, *Ladies and Gentlemen I introduce to you APHRO the new age African liquor.
Triple distilled.
Locally tapped from palm trees in West Africa.
Infused with fruits, herbs and spices.
Unapologetically African.”
He concluded by saying that;
“Africa has one that it can call it’s very own. Created by Africans, Enjoyed by Africans and appreciated globally!” He wrote.”
While lots of fans family and friends, reacted by sending him those congratulations and we’ll wishes, others wonder why he had to delve into wine business.
Meanwhile, Peter Okoye known with the stage name Mr P is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, performer and dancer born on November 18, 1991.
He was one of the defunct music duo Psquare alongside his twin brother, Paul Okoye popularly known as Rudeboy before they both went on a solo career due to irreconcilable family confrontations despite numerous appeals from fans and families they refused to bulge and maintained their decisions to go their separate ways, to the heartbreak of fans and viewers who really loved and enjoyed their music together.
Peter who is an achiever, has done so much for himself and not allowed the effects of their break-up affect his career and vision. Ever since Peter Okoye started to do his things alone, he has been doing so well performing in different shows and dropping hit songs back to back. He has also been featured by various music artist across the globe.
His early life and background were all too familiar as viewers saw the birth and strength of two twins burst into the music industry. with the name Psquare.
Due to the fact that this article is solely focused on Peter, it is imperative to know some details of his illustrious career.
Mr P who was born on November 18, 1981 in Jos, Nigeria, originally hails from Ifite, Dunu in Anambra state. His siblings include Paul Okoye, Jude Okoye, Mary Okoye, Tony Okoye, Lilian Okoye and Ifeanyi Okoye.Peter Okoye attended St. Mulumba secondary school in Jos and also studied Business Administration at the University of Abuja.
Majority of followers are well acquainted with the fact that Mr P started his career with the music group Psquare alongside his brother. Their first album ‘Last Nite’ was a major success which was quickly followed up with another ‘Get Squared’. In fact Get Squared brought them to limelight with many hit singles on the album.
Psquare – Peter and Paul Okoye
Busy Body, one of the songs on the album had gain massive airplay across the country becoming a major party starter. Nevertheless, the music group was also known by their energetic dance steps in music videos.
They released another record selling album “Game Over” which featured several A-list artist across the world such as Akon in ‘Chop My Money’, Rick Ross in ‘Onyinye’ and T.I in ‘Ejeajo’.
Psquare became a force to reckon with in the industry while dropping albums for music lovers to enjoy from ‘Danger’ in 2009 to ‘Invasion’ in 2011 and ‘Double Trouble’ in 2014.
Psquare finally splits and Peter Okoye (Mr P) and Paul Okoye (Rudeboy) soon went on a solo career.
Mr P started his solo career and still, did not disappoint his fans. He has released numerous songs with more than a enough features. His recent song ‘Zombie’ with amazing songstress Simi was simply top notch.
Mr P got married to his beautiful wife, Lola Omotayo in 2013 and their marriage is blessed with two lovely children, Aliona Okoye and Cameron Okoye.
Peter Okoye ‘Mr P’ is one of the most influential Nigerian performing singer with an estimated net worth of $1.8 million dollars.
Gift Joseph Okpakorese
Staff Writer
