Popular Nigerian socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has publicly denied any family connection to Bethel Okechukwu, a phone repairer who recently made headlines after receiving a $30,000 promise from Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy.
In a video that went viral over the weekend, Burna Boy pledged the substantial sum to Bethel, sparking online speculation about the man’s ties to Cubana Chief Priest. However, the socialite quickly shut down the rumors in an Instagram story on Sunday.
Responding to the claims, Cubana Chief Priest stated that Bethel has no familial ties to him, calling the rumors baseless. “Alleged brother! Skit makers f**kin oppressors. Dem don kneel am down, you go still bend am down because the pain must reach everybody,” Cubana wrote in his post.
He also expressed skepticism about whether Bethel had actually received the money promised by Burna Boy. “No alert oh, no cash oh. I wan just dey sure say my village boy collect for real,” he added.
Cubana emphasized that while the young man’s newfound fame might indirectly reflect on his reputation, he wanted proof that the money was truly delivered. “Na still my glorious glory. Make una show workings,” he wrote, seemingly addressing the need for transparency.
Cubana Chief Priest clarified that he has only three biological siblings—one brother and two sisters—and none of them depend on him financially. “All my siblings are self-sufficient,” he stated, debunking any assumption that Bethel could be a relative.
The incident comes amid a growing rift between Cubana Chief Priest and Burna Boy, which has captured significant attention online. Punch Online previously reported that the socialite and the Grammy-winning artist were embroiled in a heated exchange on Saturday, escalating tensions between the two.
Although details of their feud remain unclear, fans have speculated that their disagreements might have influenced the narrative surrounding Burna Boy’s interaction with Bethel.
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The drama has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many users calling out the potential exploitation of Bethel’s story. While some praised Burna Boy for his generosity, others questioned the authenticity of the promise and criticized the surrounding publicity.
“These situations always make you wonder if the focus is on helping or just clout chasing,” one Twitter user commented. Another wrote, “It’s sad that someone’s genuine need is being turned into drama.”
The public back-and-forth between Cubana Chief Priest and Burna Boy underscores the growing intersection of celebrity culture and social media narratives in Nigeria. While the phone repairer’s sudden fame has brought him into the spotlight, the unresolved questions about his financial windfall have left many waiting for clarity.
For now, Cubana Chief Priest remains firm in his stance, insisting that he has no connection to Bethel and demanding proof that the young man received the promised funds. “I just want to be sure,” he concluded in his post.
The unfolding drama continues to captivate fans, leaving many curious about the next chapter in this high-profile saga.