Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, commonly referred to as Cubana Chief Priest, hails from Imo State and is recognized as a prominent show promoter and entrepreneur.
He is notably the proprietor of Club Xhrine located in Owerri.
Early life and Education
Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, born on April 2, 1981, in Umuhu Okabia, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, is the second son in his family. He grew up in Umuhu Okabia and later relocated to Aba, Abia State.
He earned a degree from a European American university and proudly shared the news of his graduation on his Instagram page on Saturday, April 24, 2021.
Career
From an early age, pascal showed a knack for business, starting with learning the craft of shoemaking alongside his father in Aba, Abia State, while still in school. This venture proved fruitful, as he earned his first million nairas through this business.
During his formative years in Aba and Umuhu Okabia, Cubana Chief Priest nurtured a deep passion for music, aspiring to become a musician himself.
Despite his admiration for Nigerian music stars like Lagbaja and Sound Sultan, his vocal abilities and native language hindered his music career. However, this setback didn’t deter him from making a significant impact in Nigeria’s entertainment scene. He has collaborated with numerous artists and celebrities, including sponsoring BBN 2019 winner Mercy Eke.
Cubana Chief Priest credits Davido with transforming his life, citing the Assurance crooner’s performance at Cubana Grand Hotel in Owerri on August 19, 2018, as a pivotal moment. This event drew a massive crowd, elevating Cubana’s visibility.
Cubana Chief Priest has collaborated with A-list Nigerian musicians such as Davido, Peruzzi, and Burna Boy, but he holds a special appreciation for Davido, whom he believes had a profound impact on his career trajectory.
Personal life
Happily married with two children, Chukwuebuka and Obinna
Legal issues
On April 17, 2024, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign him before the Federal High Court in Lagos. He faces charges related to allegedly abusing the naira during a social event, violating provisions of the Central Bank Act of 2007.
The EFCC, represented by Senior Advocate of Nigeria Rotimi Oyedepo and seven other lawyers, accuses Okechukwu of tampering with N500 notes by spraying them for extended periods during social gatherings. The charges detail specific incidents dating back to 2020 and as recent as January and February 2024, allegedly in Lagos.
Similar charges were recently brought against Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, resulting in a six-month imprisonment following conviction.
Net Worth
Estimated to be over 10 million dollars.