Seyi Tinubu has encouraged Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, to remain hopeful after losing the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency seat in Imo State.
The APC primary election was held on Saturday as part of preparations for the 2027 general election. Cubana Chief Priest, who currently serves as the Imo State Coordinator of the City Boy Movement, contested for the House of Representatives ticket but lost to incumbent lawmaker Canice Nwachukwu after polling 14 votes.
Reacting on Sunday through his Instagram story, Seyi Tinubu, who is the Grand Patron of the City Boy Movement, encouraged the celebrity businessman not to lose faith despite the setback.
“Bro, sometimes by losing a battle, you find a new way to win the war. Keep your head up, @cubana_chiefpriest. We know what you are capable of achieving,” Seyi Tinubu wrote.
Cubana Chief Priest’s entrance into politics had generated conversations across social media and political circles, especially among young Nigerians who viewed his ambition as a sign of increasing youth participation in governance.
Before the primary election, the nightlife entrepreneur had repeatedly stated that his political ambition was driven by the desire to empower young people, promote grassroots development and inspire more youths to actively participate in politics within the constituency.
Despite the defeat, supporters of Cubana Chief Priest have continued to express optimism about his political future, with many urging him not to step away from public service and community.
