The celebrity boxing wave sweeping Nigeria has found a new financial backer. Real estate billionaire Ned Okonkwo used the platform of the recently concluded Portable versus Charles Okocha bout to throw a jaw-dropping ₦5 billion challenge at two of the country's most talked-about personalities: Burna Boy and Cubana Chiefpriest.
Billionaire Dangles ₦5 Billion Purse
Moments after Charles Okocha secured a victory over Portable in what many have described as an unforgettable showdown, Ned Okonkwo took the mic and turned the spotlight onto the long-running feud between the Afro-fusion star and the flamboyant celebrity barman. The property mogul suggested that the pair could settle their differences in the ring, with a purse of ₦5 billion on the table.
The offer, which was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, immediately shifted the conversation from the night's winner to the possibility of an even bigger spectacle. For Okonkwo, it was a straightforward business pitch: bring the beef to the boxing ring and give the public the fight they want to see.
Cubana Chiefpriest Demands Proof of Funds
Cubana Chiefpriest, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, did not waste time in responding. Rather than embracing the proposal with enthusiasm, he challenged the credibility of the offer, insisting that the money must be real and visible before any discussion can proceed.
In his reaction, Chiefpriest made it clear that he was not convinced the funds were genuinely available. He argued that the financial figure involved was too significant for him to commit without seeing the cash up front. His words suggested a deep skepticism about Okonkwo's proposal, implying that payment had to be made before he would even consider stepping into the ring.
The response added another layer of intrigue to an already explosive situation, with many interpreting his words as a challenge to the billionaire to prove his financial seriousness.
Fans React to the Proposed Clash
Social media users were quick to weigh in on the proposed fight, and the reactions were as divided as they were entertaining. Some fans mocked the idea, while others saw it as an opportunity for the two celebrities to finally settle their score.
- @justt.kemzy wrote: "Una Dey find scope for him to land to hospital"
- @blaqboyy_00 commented: "Hospital bed chilling"
- @verified_ali_ reacted: "If burna match only that ur belle bah"
- @incredible_cpmolly wrote: "Na now CP for understand that cemetery chilling wey e talk that time."
- @ogobest_gadget shared: "So this man no really like cp,, my brother abeg no gree oh"
- @kennedydavickat said: "Burna is not on chief priest level at all. Stop insulting Burna, I am an international star. Love him or hate him."
The comments highlight the public's fascination with the feud, as well as the deep loyalty fans hold for both personalities. While some believe Burna Boy, an internationally acclaimed artist, would be out of his depth against Chiefpriest, others think the fight would be a spectacle worth paying to see.
Background: The Ongoing Feud
Recall that Cubana Chiefpriest and Burna Boy have not been on good terms for some time. The two have repeatedly exchanged words online, with their disagreements spilling into public view. The source of their conflict has remained a topic of speculation, but the animosity has been clear to their followers.
The proposal by Ned Okonkwo, therefore, taps into an existing story that has already generated significant buzz. By offering a massive financial incentive, the billionaire has raised the stakes, turning a social media war into a potential physical contest.
Tracy Ohiri Sends Memo About Burna Boy
In related news, Legit.ng previously reported that Tracy Ohiri had stirred conversation online after reportedly sending an important message to Bose Ogulu, the mother and manager of Burna Boy. The message concerned the singer's growing friendship with social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman (VDM).
The relationship between Burna Boy and VDM had attracted public attention in recent months, particularly after Burna Boy made a financial donation to support VDM's non-governmental organization. The memo from Tracy Ohiri added another dimension to the ongoing public interest in Burna Boy's personal and professional circle.
Whether the proposed boxing match will ever materialize remains uncertain. But for now, Ned Okonkwo has succeeded in capturing the imagination of Nigerian sports and entertainment fans, and Cubana Chiefpriest's response has only fueled the fire.
