Popular Nigerian businessman and hospitality mogul Obinna Iyiegbu, better known as Obi Cubana, has responded to growing online criticism over his recent role with an APC-supporting group — but not by addressing politics directly. Instead, the billionaire has revealed that his current top priority is spiritual work and winning souls for Christ.
APC Appointment Sparks Online Backlash
Earlier this month, an APC-aligned support group called the City Boy Movement announced the appointment of Obi Cubana as its South-East Coordinator ahead of political campaigning activities linked to President Bola Tinubu’s re-election effort.
The move immediately drew sharp reactions from social media users, with many Nigerians criticising the billionaire for associating with the ruling party. Critics argue that the APC-led government has contributed to hardship across the country, and some have expressed disappointment over Obi Cubana’s seeming political alignment.
Obi Cubana Shifts Focus to Spiritual Mission
Rather than directly defending his new role or responding to the political debate, Obi Cubana took to his verified Facebook page with a message focused on faith and purpose. According to multiple reports, he wrote that his “most important assignment now is winning souls for Christ.”
He added that he was experiencing a blessed and fruitful week, emphasizing time spent in God’s presence — a stark contrast to the heated political reactions surrounding his appointment.
This spiritual emphasis follows recent public moments in his life, including interactions with Christian leaders like Pastor Jerry Eze, who has been associated with guiding Cubana’s faith journey.
Reactions From Supporters and Critics
The response to Obi Cubana’s statement has been mixed:
- Supporters of Cubana have praised his focus on faith, saying spiritual work is more lasting than political controversy.
- Political critics say the move to highlight religion doesn’t address concerns around his new political positioning.
Meanwhile, some commentators have defended Cubana’s right to engage in civic life while still choosing to focus on faith as a personal priority. In fact, a known APC chieftain recently criticised online insults directed at Obi Cubana, calling them uninformed and unwarranted.
What This Means Going Forward
Obi Cubana’s post suggests he may not be seeking the political spotlight for its own sake, but rather sees his association with the City Boy Movement as just one of many phases in his life — with his spiritual mission taking precedence.
Whether this approach will calm the backlash or keep the conversation going across Nigeria’s political and social media landscape remains to be seen.
