Nigerian socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has stirred reactions online after making a subtle remark following Peter Obi's defection from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Peter Obi's Party Switch Sparks Debate
Legit.ng previously reported that Obi dumped the ADC for the NDC alongside Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in Abuja. According to TheCable, Obi announced his exit from the ADC, while Kwankwaso hinted at conducting "wide-ranging consultations" with the NDC. The move has remained a hot topic online.
Cubana Chiefpriest's Subtle Shade
Amid the reactions, Chiefpriest, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), shared plans to write a book about his political journey. In a social media post, he stated, "Experience is the best teacher. Someday, I will write a book, or better still, tell my political story. In Politics The Major Competition Is Not The Opposition It's Your Fellow Party Members. Na Why Uncle Peter Dey Run Up & Down."
Many interpreted the comment as a dig at Obi's recent party switch, leading to a wave of responses from netizens.
Netizens Fire Back at Chiefpriest
Social media users did not hold back in their reactions. User ubamaka_cosmetics commented, "I fit bet 50m with anyone say A…P…C no go win for orsu. Even for chief priest village.. dem go soon shock chief priest." Another user, chuksokonkwoofficial, said, "Don't involve Peter Obi in your shenanigans."
Official_nerogold added, "Power is transcend today u dey hot tomorrow u fit cold like water don't worry soon u go dey irrelevant it's a matter of time and secondly be humble don't use PO for ur political jokes if na lie go ask ibori and co."
Ken_drik101 remarked, "You wey never use two leg stand for the politics wan write book on politics." Richest_ejor pleaded, "O boy, biko, i use God beg you o, comot peter obi for your mouth o, dey do your thing dey go but never use @peterobigregory catch cruise."
Crystal_winery_ventures wrote, "C.P leave PO alone he is not in any way you mate both politically academically financially, Age and otherwise. Do your campaign peacefully without mentioning his name it will do you good you are just a newbie in politics without any political office to your credit." Onyiiuzo simply reacted, "Take Peter obi name off your lips."
Chiefpriest's Political Ambitions
Legit.ng earlier reported that Cubana Chiefpriest officially entered politics. In a viral video, he announced plans to represent the Orsu, Orlu, and Oru East Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives under the APC. He also shared videos of a road he constructed in his hometown, emphasizing his commitment to community development.
The socialite challenged his fans to reflect on their contributions to their communities, stating that he has only one house on that street but decided to give back.
