A feud has erupted between celebrity barman Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, and Afrobeats icon Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy, captivating social media users.
The drama began when Burna Boy posted a cryptic message on Instagram on Friday, seemingly aimed at Cubana Chief Priest.
In the post, Burna referred to him as “Owerri Rick Ross” and insinuated involvement in dubious activities.
Burna wrote, “No forget say u be Azaman o And dem don gbe your plug wey him name na ‘Omo Igbo’ for ATL and na u be next #OwerriRickyrozay.”
Many speculated the jab was directed at the socialite, possibly due to his close ties with Burna Boy’s rival, Davido.
Responding to the post, Cubana Chief Priest hit back, accusing Burna Boy of being aggrieved. He mocked the singer, referencing his Grammy win and writing, “Diddy oil the fastest way to PTSD. you never see anything, you and your bend down collect Grammy.”
Cubana Chief Priest further escalated the exchange by sharing old footage of Burna Boy performing at one of his events in 2018.
He claimed he paid Burna ₦1 million to perform as a backup act during his birthday celebration, insinuating that Burna’s fame is recent compared to his own longstanding wealth.
He captioned the videos, “Owerri Rick Ross, What a blessing!!!! See where dem dey rate me put. Me & Rosay #CpNosmall.
“2018 na 1m naira I pay you to perform as back up artist for my birthday. I get pictures & videos where you dey perform for me. I go lie for you.
“We don dey chop this money before you meet us for queue be humble small boy.”
In another post, Cubana took further jabs at Burna Boy’s alleged struggles with success, stating, “It’s so clear because how is it even possible that someone who brags to be so rich go dey live in so much pain. Wetin dey pain you? Shebi na you be African princess. Only you rush bend down collect Grammy only you still dey cry. Oil full your Grammy we know how painful it was that’s why you want everybody to feel the pain with you. You really suffer I understand you.”
He also accused Burna of owing money for jewelry, writing, “The Ferrari’s. The London jewelers debt. I’m coming. I have long waited for this moment. Osubrileeee oooo.”
Burna Boy swiftly denied the allegations, asserting that he pays for all his items upfront. He fired back with a sharp retort, “You don score yourself. Everybody in Lagos knows my style. all my shit paid for, sometimes cash sef. If not I for dey all the blogs by now for owing debts like your boss. Go to Cooscharis and service any of your stolen cars abeg I wan see something. ‘Rooozaaay Igbo voice.’ Make I relax actually, I no want make you go jail.”
The exchange has ignited widespread debates online, with fans passionately choosing sides as the verbal sparring between the two celebrities continues.
