The flamboyant celebrity businessman isn’t backing down — and he wants the whole country to know it.
Celebrity businessman and social media heavyweight, Pascal Okechukwu — better known as Cubana Chief Priest* — has refused to soften his stance on a bold claim that has been buzzing across Nigerian timelines: that people from **Imo State are sitting on the *real wealth in Nigeria.
And if you thought the backlash would make him pipe down? Think again.
The Oga Has Spoken — Again
Cubana Chief Priest recently doubled down on his earlier statement, insisting that when it comes to genuine, generational wealth, Imo people are in a class of their own. In his characteristic no-apologies fashion, he made it crystal clear — if you want to understand how real money moves, you better be taking notes from his people.
“You can only learn from us,” he declared, and the confidence in those words alone is enough to stir up a full Twitter — sorry, X — war.
This isn’t the first time the Imo-born businessman has waved his state’s flag high. The Chief Priest has always been loud and proud about his Igbo roots and the culture of excellence, enterprise, and wealth-building that he believes defines his people.
Why This Hits Different for Nigerians
Now, let’s be honest — in Nigeria, conversations about wealth, tribe, and bragging rights are never* just casual talk. They touch something deeper. The Igbo business spirit is well-documented and widely respected across the country. From Aba-made goods to Alaba International Market, from Onitsha traders to London-based Igbo entrepreneurs, the hustle is generational and it is *real.
But Imo State specifically? Cubana Chief Priest is essentially saying his state deserves its own spotlight within that broader conversation — and he is not here to debate it.
The Internet Reacted, As Expected
As you can imagine, Nigerians did not let this slide quietly. Social media erupted with a mix of agreement, jokes, and friendly rivalry, with people from other states — Lagos, Delta, Anambra, Rivers, and beyond — all queuing up to defend their own turf.
Some applauded his boldness:
> “Chief Priest never lies, Imo people move different.”
Others were not so convinced:
> “Anambra people want to have a word with you, sir.”
And of course, the comic relief crew showed up right on time:
> “Meanwhile us Lagos people are here paying rent every year 😭”
What Cubana Chief Priest Represents
Love him or shade him, there is no denying that Cubana Chief Priest is a brand unto himself. From his legendary owambe appearances to his loyal celebration of Igbo culture, he has built an image that is bold, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in a sense of identity.
His comments, whether you agree with them or not, spark an important conversation about pride in one’s roots, the power of cultural identity in business, and how Nigerians from every corner of the country are quietly — and sometimes very loudly — building empires.
The Bottom Line
Cubana Chief Priest has said what he said, and he is standing on it. Whether you’re nodding in agreement or already typing your rebuttal, one thing is certain — this man knows how to keep Nigeria talking.
And in the court of Nigerian social media? That alone is a form of wealth.
What do you think — does Imo State hold the crown, or is your state ready to challenge that claim? Drop your hot take in the comments! 🔥
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