Nigerian socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
He was seeking the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections but was defeated by the incumbent lawmaker, Canice Moore Nwachukwu, who is currently serving his second term in office.
Cubana Chief Priest had formally declared his intention to run in April 2026 after purchasing the APC expression of interest and nomination forms.
His political move came amid growing involvement in partisan activities and public support for the ruling party.
During a meeting with aspirants, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma reportedly did not endorse any candidate but encouraged participants to test their popularity at the polls.
Cubana Chief Priest is a former aide to the governor and has remained vocal in his support for the administration and the All Progressives Congress.
He also served as the Imo State Director of the City Boy Movement (CBM), a youth group supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign.
