Cubana Chief Priest Reaffirms ‘Unshakable’ Loyalty to Tinubu, APC

Celebrity socialite Cubana Chief Priest has reaffirmed his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as “undiluted and unshakable” despite recent political setbacks in Imo State.

He made this known during an interview, where he dismissed suggestions that his failed bid to secure the party’s ticket had weakened his ties with the APC.

“My support for the party is undiluted, and my support for the president is something that is unshakable,” he said.

Cubana Chief Priest recently lost the APC ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency. He, however, said the outcome had not affected his commitment to the party or President Tinubu, with whom he has been linked through mobilisation efforts in the South-East, including support for the City Boy Movement.

He explained that his decision to enter politics was driven by a desire to move beyond social media commentary and participate directly in governance and decision-making.

“What we have to do at this moment is to go beyond what we used to do. What was done over the years was make a post, make a video, people are going to like and comment… but after that, what happens? Nothing happens,” he stated.

According to him, his influence, resources, and experience would be better utilised at the decision-making table rather than on social media.

“I felt I could go beyond social media posting. I have the energy to participate, I have the energy, money and experience to participate.

“As someone who has been able to build himself to this standard, as someone who has been able to help brands do better, I felt I could help make a difference at the table where decisions are being made instead of waiting for those decisions to be made and I go ranting on social media,” he added.

He also referenced developments in Imo State as part of his reasons for supporting the APC-led administration, saying governors now have improved financial capacity to execute projects following the removal of fuel subsidy.

“I had to take a proper look at the achievements of APC in my own state. I come from Imo State. I see the contribution of what the president has done.

“A lot of governors now are able to do a lot of things in their states without borrowing money. They have opportunities to get this money that’s being gotten back from subsidy to help them build,” he said.

Earlier this month, he disclosed that he voluntarily stepped down from the APC primary after consultations with party leaders over zoning arrangements that reportedly did not favour his local government area.

However, during a Twitch live session with streamer Peller, he also claimed President Tinubu does not fully trust him because he once worked for Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi during the 2023 elections.