Pascal Okechukwu, the Nigerian socialite known as Cubana Chief Priest, has declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives under the All Progressives Congress (APC).

 

The socialite shared a video of himself at the party’s Imo state secretariat, where he revealed his intentions to officials.

 

In an accompanying caption, the socialite announced his bid to represent Oru East/Orsu/Orlu federal constituency in Imo state for the 2027 House of Representatives election.

 

He said he had informed party leaders of his ambition and that they had promised their support for the journey ahead.

 

“Stopped by our great party, APC, state secretariat to congratulate and encourage our state working committee on their emergence. Above all, I made known to them my humble aspiration to represent my people, the good people of Orsu, Orlu and Oru East Federal Constituency, at the House of Representatives,” he said.

 

“Na God get power; let the will of God be done. From our party women’s mouths to the mouth of God.”


In the footage, one of the party leaders described him as a versatile figure who fits into multiple roles and praised the positive impact he brought to the group.

 

“I don’t know if you’re a motivational speaker, a businessman, or a politician;  you fit into all of them. In the short time we were involved in the City Boy movement, you could see the light you brought into the place,” he said.

 

“You are very proud to be associated with the party; you speak about it proudly, and I’m sure that will speak for you. And we will support you.”

 

In recent times, Cubana Chief Priest has been vocal about his support for the current government and the ruling party.

 

The socialite was appointed as the Imo director of City Boy Movement (CBM), a youth-oriented support group for Tinubu’s re-election campaign.

 

Cubana’s announcement comes a few days after actor Zubby Michael declared his intention to run for a seat in the house of representatives under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

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