A fresh wave of celebrity drama has erupted online as Hellen Ati, the Kenyan woman who claims to be the mother of Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest's child, has publicly called him out over unpaid school fees.
A Public Ultimatum on Instagram
On January 8, 2026, Hellen Ati took to her Instagram account to issue a stern warning to Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest. She demanded that he fulfill his paternal responsibilities by sending money for their alleged son's education. In her post, she stated there would be "hell to pay" in 2026 if he failed to act.
The single mother, who has been in the public eye since late 2025 over her claims, alleged that the businessman had actively sabotaged her efforts to raise funds. She explained that supporters on TikTok had been sending her monetary gifts to help cover the child's expenses, but Cubana Chief Priest allegedly chased them away. Ati insisted the funds were used for the child's school fees and daily upkeep, and she should not be left to struggle alone.
History of the Feud and DNA Test Demand
This incident is not the first public clash between the two. Previously, Hellen Ati had requested a DNA test to establish paternity but insisted it must be conducted in her home country of Kenya. The latest outburst comes shortly after Cubana Chief Priest's wife issued a warning to alleged side partners, a move to which Ati responded by describing herself as "karma" and hinting at the possibility of more children.
In her direct message to Cubana Chief Priest, Ati was quoted saying: "Send school fees for your son or there will be hell to pay in 2026. Pascal, do your father duties. You don make people chase away my gifters on TikTok because you say I must suffer. I use that money to take care of your child’s fees. The money goes to your child’s fees and food. Pascal, I no go struggle. If you don’t pay that school fees…"
Nigerian Social Media Reacts
The public call-out has ignited a firestorm of reactions on social media, with many users expressing sympathy for Hellen Ati and urging Cubana Chief Priest to take responsibility.
Notable reactions compiled from social media include:
- @meisha1423 expressed concern for the child's welfare, stating, "Hellen is going through a lot..Why can't Pascal just take care of the child? She isn't asking for much.. Don't let the child suffer..."
- @SeyiGlobal advocated for a pragmatic solution: "The best way forward is a paternity test in a neutral location. If confirmed, support the child fully – education especially."
- @suzie_zipporah appealed directly: "@cubana_chiefpriest do the needful please... this woman is going through a lot."
- @hushiliciuos shared emotional support: "Is always heartbreaking watching her... I don't even know how the alleged man and his family be sleeping at night."
The consensus among many commenters is that the well-being of the innocent child should be the priority, regardless of the ongoing dispute between the adults.
This personal controversy unfolds against a backdrop of Cubana Chief Priest's recent public commentary on socio-political issues in Nigeria. He recently criticized the Monday sit-at-home culture in the South-East, labeling it as self-sabotage that cripples education and business, and called for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu as a lasting solution.
As the online conversation continues, the public awaits a response from Cubana Chief Priest regarding Hellen Ati's serious allegations and financial demands for their alleged son's education.
