Popular socialite and businessman, Cubana Chief Priest, has finally spoken out regarding the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency in Imo State. In a detailed statement shared on his Instagram story on Sunday, he made it clear that he did not actually take part in the exercise after the party’s leadership implemented its zoning arrangement.
He explained that after consulting with Governor Hope Uzodimma, the party leader in the state, he was informed about the zoning policy within the federal constituency. According to him, the governor emphasized that Orlu LGA should be allowed to serve at least two terms before the seat moves to another LGA. The governor pointed out that his own local government, Oru East, where the incumbent comes from, should be given another chance, especially since his elder brother, Asiwaju Jerry Alagboso, had already served three terms in the House.
Cubana Chief Priest stated that he understood and respected this position, though he expressed his belief that the current officeholder was not meeting the expectations of the people. Ultimately, the party chose its preferred aspirants and instructed them to proceed to the field. In deference to the party’s decision, he opted not to participate. He emphasized that nobody saw him at any primary venue because he did not go there—he instead returned to Lagos immediately after the party’s decision was communicated to him early Saturday morning.
He dismissed rumors of his participation as laughable propaganda by misguided individuals. He also clarified that he is not indebted to anyone regarding his aspiration, which was driven purely by his personal desire to serve. He expressed no regret for raising political awareness in the constituency, stating that democracy is about participation and healthy engagement.
Furthermore, he reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 and pledged to continue mobilizing support for the Renewed Hope agenda. He urged his followers and members of the City Boy Movement to remain calm and loyal to the APC. Despite reports that he lost the primary with only 14 votes, he insists he was not a participant.