Nigerian socialite and nightlife entrepreneur Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana chief Priest , has stirred controversy after taking a swipe at Grammy award-winning artist Burna Boy over a recent statement addressing social media validation.
Burna Boy, known for his bold takes on industry issues, had advised fellow artistes to stop seeking approval from online platforms like Twitter, saying that polls and online hype don’t equate to sold-out concerts. The comment, seen by many as a jab at the performative nature of online fandom, quickly gained attention and sparked debate.
However, Cubana Chief Priest wasn’t impressed. Taking to Instagram, he dismissed Burna Boy’s message as “mumu talk” and branded the artist an “ode,” a Yoruba word for fool. His response sparked immediate backlash and a flurry of comments from fans who either agreed with his bluntness or slammed him for disrespecting one of Nigeria’s most internationally recognized artists.
While some believe Chief Priest’s reaction may be rooted in an underlying feud with Burna Boy, others have pointed out that his comment comes off as tone-deaf in the broader conversation about real-world impact versus digital popularity. Burna Boy’s ability to consistently sell out major venues abroad was cited by fans as evidence that his message wasn’t far-fetched.
Reactions from social media users were swift and divided:
• “Do Nigeria fill stadium for you in France and Jamaica??? Where’s the lie???”
• “Burna speaks facts. Na only Twitter love dey reign, but no be dem dey buy tickets.”
• “Cp wey be upcoming artist dey insult person wey don shut down stadiums globally.”
• “Ode ke? Nah, you just lost the plot here. Burna no send una at all.”
• “If you think Burna is capping, ask Peter Obi Twitter poll gave him hope but no PVC.”
• “FACTOLOGY!!! Burna’s been saying the same thing for years, una just no dey hear.”
• “This one pain Cubana well. E fit be say Burna sub am lowkey.”
The clash between the two public figures reflects a deeper conversation around celebrity culture, influence, and how success is measured in the digital age. While Burna Boy champions a return to authenticity and tangible results, Cubana Chief Priest represents a faction that believes online popularity remains a powerful currency in modern fame.
