In a post shared on social media, Cubana Chief Priest appealed to political leaders and stakeholders in the South-East to reconsider their stance and build stronger ties with the current administration. According to him, strategic alignment with Tinubu would place the region in a better position to negotiate Kanu’s freedom and secure greater political inclusion at the federal level.
He argued that politics is about interests and alliances, noting that meaningful engagement with the ruling government could open doors for the South-East in future power arrangements, including the possibility of producing a Nigerian president of Igbo extraction.
The socialite stressed that unity and political cooperation, rather than isolation, would better serve the region’s long-term aspirations. His comments have since generated mixed reactions online, with some supporting his pragmatic approach while others insist that Kanu’s release should not be tied to political bargaining.
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), remains in detention over charges related to separatist activities — a situation that continues to stir debate across the country.
Cubana Chief Priest’s remarks add to the ongoing national conversation about political strategy, regional inclusion, and the future of Nigeria’s leadership landscape.