Aloy Ejimakor, lawyer to detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, has reacted to the outcome of the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primary involving celebrity businessman Cubana Chief Priest.
Ejimakor said the development reflects dissatisfaction among some members of the Igbo community ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Cubana Chief Priest APC Primary Loss Sparks Reactions
Cubana Chief Priest APC primary loss followed the party’s primary process for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency seat in Imo State.
The celebrity businessman reportedly failed to secure the APC ticket during the exercise.
However, Cubana Chief Priest later stated that he did not participate in the primary after the party adopted a zoning arrangement.
Ejimakor Links Defeat to Political Sentiment
Cubana Chief Priest APC primary loss drew reactions from Ejimakor, who made comments through his verified X account.
According to him, the outcome indicates that many Ndigbo, including members of the APC, are unhappy with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He also suggested that the development could reflect wider political sentiments ahead of the 2027 elections.
Comments Refer to 2027 Elections
Cubana Chief Priest APC primary loss was described by Ejimakor as an early political signal before the next general election cycle.
He argued that the APC primary outcome may have implications for future political alignments in the South-East region.
The lawyer further stated that the situation aligned with earlier predictions he had made regarding the 2027 elections.
Cubana Chief Priest Responded to Primary Outcome
Cubana Chief Priest had earlier clarified that he stepped aside from the race after the party leadership adopted a zoning formula.
The businessman maintained that he was not actively involved in the final primary exercise.
Cubana Chief Priest APC primary loss has since generated conversations across political and social media platforms.
Political Discussions Continue Ahead of 2027
Political activities and party alignments continue to attract public attention ahead of the 2027 elections.
Cubana Chief Priest APC primary loss has become part of broader discussions surrounding political support and regional interests within major political parties.
Neither the APC leadership nor the Presidency had officially reacted to Ejimakor’s comments as of the time of filing this report.
