Cubana Chief Priest Declares Bid for House of Representatives Seat

Popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest has publicly declared his intention to run for a seat in the House of Representatives. He stated his motivation is not to steal money, but to serve.

29 Apr, 14:54 — 29 Apr, 15:04

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Why this matters

This story is significant as it marks the entry of a prominent celebrity into Nigerian politics, potentially influencing youth engagement and the political landscape. His alignment with a pro-Tinubu group also suggests a potential shift in political endorsements.

Key entitiesCubana Chief Priest Pascal Okechukwu City Boys Movement House of Representatives

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What sources agree on

Cubana Chief Priest, Pascal Okechukwu, has declared his intention to run for a House of Representatives seat
He is a celebrity barman

Key claims1 agreed · 3 unverified

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Cubana Chief Priest, Pascal Okechukwu, has declared his intention to contest for a House of Representatives seat.

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Cubana Chief Priest stated, 'I’m not coming to steal money'.

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His political move comes shortly after aligning himself with the City Boys Movement, a pro-Tinubu support group.

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He intends to contest for the House of Representatives seat in Imo State in 2027.

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Cubana Chief Priest's alignment with the City Boys Movement, a pro-Tinubu support group

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His statement 'I’m not coming to steal money'

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The specific year he intends to contest (2027)

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The state he intends to represent (Imo State)

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vanguard-ngcentercenterneutralMixedReports announcement and associated political alignment

punch-ngcentercenterneutralMostly FactualReports announcement with specific details

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage from both outlets is largely neutral, focusing on reporting the factual announcement without significant political framing or commentary.

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punch-ngMostly Factual16h ago

VIDEO: Cubana Chief Priest declares bid for Reps seat

Celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest, Pascal Okechukwu, announces his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat in Imo State in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-cubana-chief-priest-declares-bid-for-reps-seat/

By Punch Newspapers

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vanguard-ngMixed16h ago

‘I’m not coming to steal money’ — Cubana Chief Priest declares Reps ambition

His political move comes shortly after aligning himself with the City Boys Movement, a pro-Tinubu support group that gained prominence during the 2023 elections. The post ‘I’m not coming to steal money’ — Cubana Chief Priest declares Reps ambition appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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First report: punch-ng · 29 Apr, 14:54|Full coverage: 2 · 11m|Window: 11m

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VIDEO: Cubana Chief Priest declares bid for Reps seat

vanguard-ng29 Apr, 15:04Latest update

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Cubana Chief Priest Declares Bid for House of Representatives Seat

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VIDEO: Cubana Chief Priest declares bid for Reps seat

‘I’m not coming to steal money’ — Cubana Chief Priest declares Reps ambition

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VIDEO: Cubana Chief Priest declares bid for Reps seat

‘I’m not coming to steal money’ — Cubana Chief Priest declares Reps ambition

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