Cubana Chiefpriest Confronts Village Boy Movement in 2027 Political Clash
Socialite and businessman Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has issued a bold challenge to the newly formed Village Boy Movement, a pro-Peter Obi group gaining traction online ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections. The Village Boy Movement emerged as a direct response to the growing support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election campaign, which Chiefpriest actively promotes through his City Boy Movement initiative.
Chiefpriest's Defiant Message to Opposition
In a recent video shared from his campaign activities in Imo State, Cubana Chiefpriest taunted the Village Boy Movement, boasting that his City Boy Movement would convert their followers through empowerment programs. "I went back home for the first time as a city boy and the rest is history. I hear say dem don get village boys, I dey wait for una for street make I use @cityboy.movement_hq empowerment convert una," he declared in his Instagram caption. This statement underscores his confidence in using economic opportunities to sway political allegiance in the South-East region.
Backlash from Village Boy Movement Supporters
The socialite's remarks quickly ignited a firestorm of criticism from members of the Village Boy Movement, who interpreted his message as mockery. Online reactions flooded social media platforms, with users accusing Chiefpriest of weaponizing poverty and questioning his integrity. One commenter, mallamtafa, retorted, "Tinubu go later dey disappointed, u no fit even win for ur village," while officialjosephshie added, "Omo see as them weaponised hunger for the country. So throwing little cash up and down just to buy an hungry person." Others, like official_nwatakwochaezeoke, vowed to accept financial incentives but still vote for Peter Obi, highlighting deep-seated political divisions.
Context of the Political Rivalry
This confrontation occurs against a backdrop of heightened political tension, as Cubana Chiefpriest and other Igbo businessmen face scrutiny for publicly backing Tinubu's re-election. The City Boy Movement, which Chiefpriest champions, focuses on empowerment and job creation for supporters, particularly in the South-East. Meanwhile, the Village Boy Movement has gained momentum as a grassroots counter-movement, leveraging social media to rally support for Peter Obi without financial incentives, as emphasized by user 1st.interior_curtain.world: "VillageBoyMovement get crowd oooh.. If CityBoyMovement pull 1 million vote with money, we are pulling 500 million vote without money. Money cant buy integrity."
Additional Developments and Public Scrutiny
Amid this political sparring, Cubana Chiefpriest also addressed a resurfaced throwback video showing him as a skinny youth dancing in church, which he shared proudly on his Instagram story with the caption, "Fine man with God heart, na why God dey answer your prayer." This personal reflection contrasts with the intense public debate over his political affiliations. The ongoing criticism highlights broader concerns about celebrity influence in Nigerian politics and the ethical implications of using economic empowerment as a tool for voter conversion.
As the 2027 elections approach, this clash between the City Boy and Village Boy Movements underscores the evolving dynamics of political mobilization in Nigeria, where social media and celebrity endorsements play pivotal roles in shaping public opinion and voter behavior.
