Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has broken his silence following his defeat in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency seat in Imo State. The celebrity businessman and Imo State Coordinator of the City Boys Movement had vied for the APC ticket to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives.
Reaction to Primary Defeat
In a viral video, Cubana Chief Priest stated that he harbors no regrets about contesting for the position, emphasizing his hustler spirit. However, he expressed deep disappointment over what he described as misplaced trust in community elders. “I’m a hustler, and I didn’t regret trying to contest for a position. My only regret was trusting the elders in the community. I know how much I gave them, but only 14 people voted for me in the primary,” he lamented.
Political Ambition and Advocacy
Cubana Chief Priest had announced his political ambition earlier this year, championing a cleaner and issue-based political participation driven by young Nigerians. His campaign focused on engaging the youth and promoting transparency in politics.
Social Media Reactions
Following the primary outcome, social media erupted with mixed reactions. Some users mocked the businessman, suggesting he may have underestimated the intricacies of Nigerian politics. However, Ossai Ovie Success came to his defense, writing on Facebook: “Why are people mocking Cubana Chief Priest? Not nice… it’s ok to try and try again. He lost an election and so what? I am disappointed.”
The defeat has sparked conversations about the challenges faced by young aspirants in Nigerian politics, particularly within established party structures.
