A sensational statement by Cubana Chief Priest has reignited focus on his romance with the ruling APC and the re-election bid of President Tinubu. This opinion piece explores the deeper implications of political proximity, public influence, and the widening disconnect between leadership benefits and the everyday struggles faced by ordinary Nigerians. Read on.

When Cubana Chief Priest boldly declared, “APC is taking care of me,” it was not just a casual statement made in passing; it was a window into a deeper issue that continues to frustrate millions of Nigerians.

It exposed, in the most unfiltered way, the widening gap between those who benefit from political proximity and the overwhelming majority who are left to navigate hardship on their own.

Let us be honest: that statement is not something to be proud of. In fact, it raises more questions than it answers.

Governance in any serious democracy is not designed to “take care” of individuals based on loyalty, influence, or visibility. It is meant to serve the people—everyday citizens whose votes put leaders in power in the first place.

So, when a public figure celebrates personal gain from a ruling party, it sends a troubling message: that the system may be working, but only for a select few.

Nigeria today is not short of challenges. From rising cost of living to unemployment, from insecurity to declining purchasing power, the average Nigerian is under pressure.

These are not abstract issues; they are real, daily struggles. Families are making tough choices about what to eat, young people are uncertain about their future, and small businesses are barely staying afloat.

In that context, hearing someone say a ruling political party is “taking care” of him or her feels disconnected, almost dismissive of the broader reality.

Political Alignment and Public Perception

The involvement of Cubana Chief Priest in the City Boy Movement, a group aligned with the agenda of Bola Tinubu, only adds another layer to the conversation.

Political participation is not the issue here; everyone has the right to support any movement or party they believe in. The concern is the framing.

“APC is taking care of me.”

When support is tied to personal benefit, it undermines the principle of collective progress.

Statements attributed to him in a viral video like “It’s either you join us or watch us win” may sound confident, even bold, but they also carry an undertone of exclusion.

Democracy is not a winner-takes-all game where citizens must align themselves with a particular camp just to survive or succeed. It is supposed to be inclusive—a system where even those who do not support the ruling party still enjoy the dividends of governance.

The real problem is not that Cubana Chief Priest is benefiting; the problem is that many Nigerians are not.

If the policies and programs of the All Progressives Congress were effectively reaching the grassroots, there would be less outrage.

People would see tangible improvements in their lives: better infrastructure, stable economic conditions, accessible healthcare, and quality education.

Instead, what many see is a system where access and influence seem to matter more than merit or need.

This perception, whether fully accurate or not, is dangerous. It erodes trust in leadership and fuels cynicism among the population.

When citizens begin to believe that the only way to benefit from governance is to be connected, it weakens the very foundation of democracy.

People stop expecting accountability and start seeking shortcuts to survival.

There is also the issue of responsibility that comes with influence. Public figures like Cubana Chief Priest are not just private individuals; they are voices that carry weight, especially among young Nigerians.

What they say matters. When they publicly celebrate personal gain from political alignment, it can normalize a culture where success is seen as a product of connections rather than competence or hard work.

And that is a slippery slope. A society that rewards proximity over productivity risks stagnation.

“It’s either you join us or watch us wn.”

It discourages innovation, undermines fairness, and deepens inequality.

Young people watching this unfold may begin to believe that their best shot at success is not through education, entrepreneurship, or skill development, but through aligning with the “right” people.

That is not a healthy direction for any nation.

Governance, Responsibility, and National Direction

To be clear, this is not about attacking an individual. It is about challenging a mindset.

There is nothing wrong with supporting a political party or benefiting from legitimate opportunities. But there is everything wrong with framing governance as a personal favor rather than a public duty.

If anything, someone in Cubana Chief Priest’s position should be using his platform to ask tougher questions, not make comfortable declarations.

Instead of saying “APC is taking care of me,” imagine the impact of saying, “APC should take care of all Nigerians.”

That shift in narrative would resonate far more with the realities on the ground.

The truth is, leadership is not measured by how well it serves the elite, but by how effectively it improves the lives of the most vulnerable.

Any system that fails this test needs to be questioned, not celebrated.

Nigeria does not lack potential. What it lacks is a consistent alignment between leadership promises and citizens’ experiences.

“APC should take care of all Nigerians.”

Until that gap is closed, statements like this will continue to provoke reactions—not because people are envious, but because they are tired of feeling left out.

So yes, APC may be “taking care” of Cubana Chief Priest.

But governance is not about taking care of a few; it is about lifting a nation.

And until that becomes the reality for the majority, Nigerians will keep asking the same question: What about the rest of us?

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