Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has responded dismissively to recent comments by popular socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, who called on the governor to resign over alleged poor development in the state.
In a measured reply, the governor stated: “I don’t have time for Cubana Chief Priest, but if I remember him…” The brief remark underscores Nwifuru’s apparent decision not to engage extensively with the celebrity’s public critique.
Cubana Chief Priest, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s nightlife and hospitality scene, had earlier taken to social media to question the governor’s nearly three years in office. He accused the administration of failing to deliver major projects and claimed Ebonyi lagged behind other South-East states in development, urging Nwifuru to step down.
Supporters of the governor, including federal lawmakers, have strongly defended his record. They highlight ongoing and completed projects across the state’s 13 local government areas, including road dualisation in Abakaliki, rural concrete roads, bridges, the completion of 26 primary healthcare centres, and upgrades to general hospitals with equipment, ambulances, and additional staff.
The exchange has drawn attention amid broader political discussions ahead of the 2027 elections. While Cubana Chief Priest has increased his involvement in South-East political conversations and previously aligned with the All Progressives Congress, critics of his remarks argue he lacks the electoral standing to assess governance performance in Ebonyi.
Governor Nwifuru’s administration continues to focus on infrastructure and service delivery. As of this report, no further detailed response from the governor or an official statement from the state government elaborating on the quote has been issued. The episode highlights the intersection of celebrity commentary and state politics in contemporary Nigeria.
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