Nigerian nightlife personality and businessman Cubana Chief Priest has sparked reactions online after making a bold comparison between people from different South-Eastern states.
In a recent statement, he mentioned Imo, Anambra, Ebonyi, Abia and Enugu while highlighting what he described as the distinctive lifestyle and spending habits of people from Imo State.
Cubana Chief Priest claimed that Imo people are particularly known for their “doings” and described them as the “baddest” in Igboland.
To illustrate his point, he referenced the reported purchase of a luxury wristwatch worth about $500,000, using it as an example of the level of spending associated with some wealthy individuals from Imo.
He contrasted this with what he described as the approach of an Anambra man, suggesting that the same amount of money could instead be used to acquire land.
The comments have generated mixed reactions on social media, with some users finding the comparison humorous while others argued that spending habits should not be used to define entire states or communities.
Others focused on the wider conversation around wealth, luxury purchases and investment, debating whether high-value assets such as luxury watches should be viewed primarily as status symbols or potential investments.
Cubana Chief Priest’s statement has therefore become another social media talking point about the different ways wealthy Nigerians choose to display or preserve their money.
While the remark was presented in a lighthearted and provocative manner, it has opened up broader discussions about lifestyle, financial priorities and the cultural stereotypes often attached to different parts of the South-East.
