- Celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest has reportedly lost the APC House of Representatives primary election in Imo State.
- The socialite was defeated by incumbent lawmaker Omeogo, sparking massive reactions across social media.
Popular nightlife entrepreneur and socialite Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has reportedly lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for a House of Representatives seat in Imo State.
Cubana Chief Priest, who also serves as the South-East City Boy Movement Coordinator, was defeated by incumbent lawmaker Omeogo during the party primaries, according to multiple reports circulating online.
The development quickly sparked reactions on social media, with many Nigerians sharing opinions about celebrity involvement in politics and the realities of electoral contests.
Reacting to the outcome, @mrroy26 wrote:
“Na once him eye go blur. Oga politics no be to buy cars, do big whine and play sporty bet oooo.”
Another user, @Empires_untold, described the defeat as a political reality check.
“South-East City Boy movement just met ballot box reality.”
The user further added:
“In politics, support is proven at the ballot not on timelines or headlines.”
Some social media users also mocked the businessman over his failed ambition.
@elliot_solution commented:
“He said ‘I am not coming to steal money.’ The party said noted, collected his ₦10 million form fee, and showed him the door.”
Another user, @Talk2_segun, wrote:
“Politics na water. Make him focus on being Davido bouncer.”
Others suggested the outcome was expected from the beginning.
@Nnaoma_ stated:
“We figured he wouldn’t get it from the start.”
Meanwhile, @MrBubes joked:
“‘Money na water’ no fit buy delegates with the money.”
Despite the backlash and mockery online, some commenters noted that political growth often comes with setbacks and experience.
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