The feud between Nigerian celebrities Burna Boy and Cubana Chief Priest has gripped social media, transforming a seemingly casual comment into a full-blown public spat.
What started as an innocuous remark quickly escalated into a heated exchange involving personal attacks, financial disputes, and broader implications for Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
The controversy began when Burna Boy referred to Cubana Chief Priest, real name Pascal Okechukwu, as the “Owerri Rick Ross” in a social media post. The comment, interpreted as a slight, prompted a strong reaction from Cubana. In retaliation, he accused Burna Boy of owing money to a London jeweler and claimed to have paid Burna N1 million to perform as a backup act at his 2018 birthday party. Cubana even released video evidence of the performance, suggesting Burna should remain humble given his rise to fame.
Burna Boy denied the allegations, insisting he pays for everything in cash and mocking Cubana’s insecurities. In response, Cubana launched further accusations, questioning the legitimacy of Burna’s Grammy win and hinting at the influence of American producer Diddy in his success. He sarcastically referred to Burna’s Grammy as a “bend-down-collect” achievement, insinuating that it wasn’t genuinely earned.
Burna retaliated by sharing a video interview featuring Bethel Okechukwu, who claimed to be related to Cubana Chief Priest. In the video, Bethel prayed for Cubana’s support, which Burna used to mockingly label Cubana a “middleman.” Burna also offered $30,000 to assist Bethel, portraying himself as generous while subtly undermining Cubana’s status.
As the feud intensified, the exchange became more personal. Cubana Chief Priest alleged that Burna Boy PTSD following an incident at the Greater Lagos concert where he was attacked by a fan was linked to Burna’s supposed struggles association with Diddy.
Burna, in turn, emphasized his financial integrity and strong reputation in Lagos. He argued that any debts on his part would have been widely reported, dismissing Cubana’s allegations as baseless. The back-and-forth continued with Cubana threatening to reveal more damaging details about Burna’s personal life and financial dealings.
Some fans commend Burna for his philanthropic gestures, such as his offer to assist Bethel Okechukwu, while critics view these actions as attempts to overshadow Cubana’s claims.
The feud remains unresolved, with both Burna Boy and Cubana Chief Priest refusing to back down. Whether the two will reconcile or continue to escalate their feud remains to be seen, but the episode has already left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s entertainment landscape.
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