Exploring Cubana Chief Priest’s Motivation for Entering Politics

Cubana Chief Priest, the popular socialite and celebrity barman, has opened up about his decision to transition from online activism to active involvement in politics.

Speaking during an interview on The Beat FM, he shared that years of posting online—making videos and writing posts—rarely led to real change. This prompted him to pursue a more direct role in shaping decisions.

“At this point, we need to do more than just what we’ve always done. For years, we’d post, make videos, people would like and comment, but after that, nothing really changed,” he explained.

Cubana Chief Priest emphasized that his wealth, experience, and influence would be more impactful if directed toward governance, rather than just airing opinions online.

“I realized I could do more than just post on social media. I have the energy, the means, and the expertise to actually participate,” he said.

He added, “Having built myself up and helped brands grow, I believe I can help make a real difference where decisions are made, rather than waiting for those decisions and then complaining about them online.”

Although he did not secure the APC ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Cubana Chief Priest dismissed rumors that his loyalty to the party has wavered.

“My support for the party remains undiluted, and my support for the president is unshakeable,” he stated.

“I took a close look at the APC’s achievements in my state, Imo. I see the positive impacts of the president’s actions. Many governors can now undertake projects without borrowing, thanks to funds recovered from the fuel subsidy.”

Earlier this month, Cubana Chief Priest announced his voluntary withdrawal from the primary race after discussions with party leaders revealed that zoning arrangements did not favor his local government area.

However, in a Twitch live stream with Peller, he mentioned that President Bola Tinubu may not fully trust him, citing his previous support for Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections.