Popular Nigerian businessman and socialite Cubana Chief Priest has come under heavy criticism online after making controversial remarks about his political switch from Peter Obi to Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The nightlife entrepreneur, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, made the comments during a viral interview with content creator Peller.
“I Didn’t Want To Keep Losing”
In the now-trending clip, Cubana Chiefpriest claimed that some people within the ruling All Progressives Congress still do not fully trust him because of his Igbo background and his previous support for Peter Obi.
According to him, suspicions remain within political circles that he could eventually betray the party.
“Tinubu still doesn’t fully trust me because I’m an Igbo man and I once worked for Peter Obi, so they feel I could betray him too,” he said.
The celebrity businessman also stated that he abandoned support for Obi because he no longer wanted to remain on the losing side politically.
“I left Peter Obi because I didn’t want to keep losing. Peter Obi is not ready and I don’t see him winning the next election,” he added.
Backlash Erupts Online
The comments immediately triggered reactions across social media platforms, especially among Obi supporters popularly known as Obidients.
Many critics accused Cubana Chiefpriest of abandoning his earlier political stance for personal interests and political relevance.
Others mocked his recent performance in the APC House of Representatives primary election in Imo State, where reports claimed he secured only a few votes.
Some users also questioned his claim of previously “working for” Peter Obi, dismissing the statement as exaggerated.
Political Shift Continues To Trend
Despite the backlash, Cubana Chiefpriest has continued to publicly identify with the APC and President Tinubu’s political movement.
His comments have further fueled conversations around ethnic politics, loyalty, celebrity influence and the growing political tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Tinubu still doesn’t fully trust me because I’m an Igbo man and I once worked for Peter Obi, so they feel I could betray him too. I left Peter Obi because I didn’t want to keep losing. Peter Obi is not ready and I don’t see him winning the next election.”
— Cubana Chiefpriest pic.twitter.com/aGYr1W0sgh
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) May 19, 2026