Nigerian celebrity barman and socialite Cubana Chief Priest has finally spoken in detail about his long running feud with Grammy winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy, revealing that the clash allegedly began because of his close relationship with fellow music superstar Davido.
Speaking during an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM, the nightlife entrepreneur, whose real name is Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, reflected on his rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential figures in Nigeria’s entertainment and hospitality industry. According to him, success often attracts envy, criticism, and unnecessary attacks from people who feel threatened by another person’s progress.
Cubana Chief Priest explained that he started his journey through apprenticeship and years of hard work, stressing that his success did not happen overnight. He stated that as his fame and wealth increased, he began to notice changes in how some people treated him, especially within the entertainment industry...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
The businessman claimed that Burna Boy publicly targeted him despite the fact that he had done nothing against the singer. According to him, the Afrofusion star allegedly used his platform to attack his wealth and question his credibility, all because of his strong friendship and loyalty to Davido.
Cubana Chief Priest said he felt hurt by the situation because the attacks were directed at his success and reputation. He alleged that Burna Boy wanted people to look down on his achievements and disregard the source of his wealth. The celebrity barman maintained that the tension escalated mainly due to his visible support and closeness to Davido, who has remained one of his closest allies in the entertainment scene.
While speaking about Davido, Cubana Chief Priest showered praises on the singer for consistently standing by him over the years. He described Davido as more than just a friend, noting that the singer has supported several of his businesses, including the opening of his clubs and restaurants. He added that Davido always shows up for him whenever needed and has remained loyal despite controversies and public criticism.
The feud between Burna Boy and Cubana Chief Priest has been one of the most talked about celebrity rivalries in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, with both camps throwing subtle jabs at each other across social media over time. Fans have also repeatedly linked the tension to the rivalry and perceived competition between Burna Boy and Davido, two of Africa’s biggest music exports.
Cubana Chief Priest’s latest revelation has now reignited conversations online, with many fans debating whether personal relationships and loyalty within the entertainment industry are fueling unnecessary conflicts among celebrities.
