Socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has explained why he decided to move from social media commentary to active politics.
Speaking in an interview on The Beat FM, the celebrity barman said years of online activism without visible change convinced him to seek participation in governance.
“What we have to do at this moment is to go beyond what we used to do,” he said.
“What was done over the years was make a post, make a video, people are going to like and comment… but after that, what happens? Nothing happens.”
Cubana said he believes his influence, experience and resources can be useful in governance rather than limiting himself to social media criticism.
“I felt I could go beyond social media posting. I have the energy to participate, I have the energy, money and experience to participate,” he said.
He added,“As someone who has been able to build himself to this standard, as someone who has been able to help brands to better, I felt I could help make a difference at the table where decisions are being made instead of waiting for those decisions to be made and I go ranting on social media.”
The nightlife promoter recently sought the APC ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency seat in Imo State ahead of the 2027 general elections but did not emerge as the party’s candidate.
Despite the outcome, he insisted his loyalty to the ruling party and President Bola Tinubu remains intact.
“My support for the party is undiluted, and my support for the president is something that is unshakable,” he said.
He also said,“I had to take a proper look at the achievements of APC in my own state. I come from Imo state. I see the contribution of what the president has done.
“A lot of governors now are able to do a lot of things in their states without borrowing money. They have opportunities to get this money that’s being gotten back from subsidy to help them build.”
Earlier this month, Cubana said he voluntarily withdrew from the APC primary after consultations with party leaders over zoning arrangements that did not favour his local government area.
During a recent Twitch live session with streamer Peller, he also claimed President Tinubu does not fully trust him because he previously supported Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi in the 2023 election.
