By Kolawole Omotola Olaide
The son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Seyi Tinubu, has reacted to the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Imo State, where celebrity businessman Pascal Okechukwu failed to secure the party’s ticket.
Cubana Chief Priest contested for the APC ticket to represent Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections but lost to the incumbent lawmaker, Canice Nwachukwu.
According to reports from the primary election, Nwachukwu emerged victorious after polling more votes, while Cubana Chief Priest secured only 14 votes during the exercise.
Reacting to the result, Seyi Tinubu reportedly reached out to the socialite with words of encouragement through a message shared on Instagram. The message, which was later reposted by Cubana Chief Priest, urged him not to lose hope despite the setback.
Seyi Tinubu noted that political journeys often come with challenges and disappointments, adding that defeat today could become a stepping stone to greater achievements in the future.
Meanwhile, Cubana Chief Priest, in a video making rounds online, said he did not regret joining the race despite the outcome. However, he expressed disappointment over the number of votes he received during the primary.
The nightlife entrepreneur also questioned the role played by some party stakeholders during the selection process, suggesting that expectations did not align with the final result announced by the party.
The development has continued to spark reactions across social media platforms, with supporters and critics sharing mixed opinions about the APC primary election in Imo State.
