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2027: Tinubu doesn't trust me as Igbo man - Cubana Chief Priest

Cubana Chief Priest says his past support for Peter Obi and Igbo identity have made the president wary as he backs Tinubu for 2027.

  • On Tuesday, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, known as Cubana Chief Priest, told streamer Habeeb 'Peller' Hamzat that President Bola Tinubu views him with suspicion due to his Igbo heritage and past support for Peter Obi.
  • Okechukwu explained he abandoned his 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi because he believes the former Anambra State Governor cannot win the 2027 election, prompting his switch to the ruling APC.
  • Although Okechukwu sought an APC nomination for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency, he lost the bid but noted the party has since "pampering" him with support after the defeat.
  • Now serving as the Imo State Coordinator of the City Boys Movement, an organization launched by Seyi Tinubu, Okechukwu remains committed to ensuring the President's 2027 re-election campaign.
  • Addressing online criticism regarding his primary loss, Okechukwu dismissed his detractors, asserting he has achieved success and stating, "I have everything in my house. We have created our own happiness.
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NewsTimes.com.ng broke the news on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
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