Wealthy Igbo Men are Boycotting Southeast – Cubana Chief Priest

Popular lifestyle entrepreneur Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has decried the disturbing level of insecurity in the southeast, forcing Igbo elite class to move their businesses to relatively safer regions in the country.

Speaking in an interview with BBC, he said had to relocate his business to Lagos as his highbrow clients are scared to visit the east.

“The criminals trying to ruin Igbo land are foolish because Igbos are falling behind,” he fumed. “If they see a rich person, they kill them. How can development happen when the wealthy are too scared to come home?”

Cubana Chief Priest to ‘unknown gunmen’

“If you don’t like the government, you shouldn’t harm your brother because of it. Instead, wait for the election and vote them out. 

“It’s wrong to kill your brother just because he supports the government or works as a police officer or soldier. Without police or the army, how can a place survive?

“I moved my business to Lagos because our rich young men are afraid to return.

“People at home don’t spend much, but those from Abuja and Lagos spend a lot when they visit. At Christmas, I could buy a car if I wanted. But now, it’s not the same.

“People like Ned Okonkwo and E-Money would build big houses, and there would be competition. Igbos love competition, and it brings growth. The criminals scared all the rich men away.”

Who is Cubana Chief Priest?

Affectionately called the Celebrity Barman, Cubana Chief Priest is known for his extravagant lifestyle, vibrant character, lavish display of wealth, and ties with celebrities like Davido and other high society individuals.

He was born and raised in Aba and Umuhu Okabia in Imo State, Nigeria. He followed his father’s path into shoemaking in Aba. His commitment led to an early success, earning him his first million while still in school at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede in Owerri.

Cubana Chief Priest’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to open Club Xhrine in Owerri, which marked a major shift in his life.