Celebrity businessman Cubana Chief Priest has claimed that he voluntarily withdrew from the APC House of Representatives primary for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency in Imo State and never participated in the exercise. In an Instagram statement, he said Governor Hope Uzodimma explained the party’s zoning arrangement – that Orlu LGA should complete at least two terms before the seat rotates, and he respected the decision. This contradicts his earlier video, where he regretted “trusting the elders” and said only 14 people voted for him. He insists he never went to the primary venue.
Key Points:
The contradictory statements raise questions about his credibility and political judgment.
Blaming zoning may be a face-saving attempt after a humiliating defeat.
His earlier admission of giving money to elders now clashes with the withdrawal claim.
Seyi Tinubu’s public encouragement suggests political damage control for a loyalist.
The reversal may further invite mockery from Nigerians already laughing at him
Sources: The PUNCH, Instagram
