Jude Okoye, also known as Engees, was born on April 25, 1977, in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. He is a successful Nigerian entrepreneur, producer, label owner, and former rapper. Jude is best known as the elder brother of the famous pop duo P-Square, consisting of his twin brothers, Peter Okoye (Mr. P) and Paul Okoye (Rudeboy). Their family bond has been a crucial element in their careers, providing both support and influence.
Jude Okoye initially pursued a career as a rapper but shifted his focus to support his twin brothers when they embarked on their music journey as P-Square. He managed the Square Records label, under which P-Square was signed, and helped shape their career. Besides P-Square, the label also signed other artists, including May D. Jude later founded the Northside Record Label, where he signed and managed Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan. His role in the music industry has been pivotal, contributing to the production and management of numerous hit projects.
Despite his successes, Jude Okoye's career has not been without challenges. He played a significant role in P-Square's rise to fame, with projects including hit songs like "Last Nite," "Get Squared," "Game Over," "Danger," "The Invasion," "Double Trouble," and international singles like "E No Easy" with J. Martins. However, he was also implicated in the reasons behind P-Square's eventual split.
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