Social media commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) has reacted to the defeat of celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest in the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Imo State.
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In a video making rounds online, VDM mocked Cubana Chief Priest over his inability to secure the party’s ticket despite his popularity and influence online.
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According to him:
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“Inside two APC people they picked another person and dropped Cubana Chiefpriest and the other person is not even as popular as Cubana Chiefpriest. If you’re not good enough for them so how are you good enough for the people?”
His comments immediately triggered debates online, with many Nigerians arguing that politics is not solely based on fame or social media popularity.
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Reacting to the statement, @9jaintelligence wrote: “Just so you know politics ain’t just about popularity.”
Another user, @Prodigal_tm, referenced other celebrities who previously ventured into politics without electoral success.
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“Politics isn’t about popularity. If popularity determines politics the likes of 9ice, Banky W, Funke Akindele etc would’ve made it through.”
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Some commenters, however, admitted that VDM raised an interesting point regarding political acceptance within party structures.
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@SOnyemauwa17304 commented:
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“Interesting point. If the insiders don’t see your value, it raises questions about representation and public perception.”
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Others simply mocked the situation and turned the discussion into humor online.
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@Fargo5p wrote:
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“Press his neck jor.”
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Meanwhile, @Alhaji_Guz argued that popularity should never be mistaken for political competence.
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“So you think popularity is a qualification for politics? That’s exactly how we keep getting entertainment stars in serious roles.”
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Another user, @adeyinkaa01, stressed that political success often depends on understanding party structures and strategy rather than fame alone.
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“No be by popularity, you have to sabi how to play their game.”
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