Key Points
- Cubana Chief Priest appeared with men who looked like police. Many users saw the photos and voiced swift concern.
- The appearance came after the president ordered escort withdrawals. The directive aims to prioritise patrols and quick response.
- Social posts show crowded streets around the promoter’s convoy. The images sparked debate about rule fairness and consistency.
Cubana Chief Priest (Pascal Okechukwu) was pictured moving through a crowd with men who looked like police. The images circulated widely on social media and drew quick reactions.
The sighting arrived days after President Bola Tinubu ordered a pullback of police protection for VIPs. The directive said police should prioritise patrols and crime response over static escorts.
Images shared online prompted readers to recall the recent presidential move, which altered VIP security rules. Tinubu orders police withdrawal was published last week and explained the change in policy.
Users questioned whether the men beside the promoter were active police officers or private guards in uniform. Comment threads mixed doubt and jokes, with some accusing officials of bending rules for the rich.
Witness photos show a heavy crowd surrounding the promoter as he walked a short route. The posts tagged the location and spurred quick local comments about wealth and influence.
What supporters say
Some of Chief Priest’s fans said he only had private security with him. They argued that private guards can wear similar gear in crowded scenes.
Other defenders said a show of force can deter trouble at big events. They urged critics to wait for firm facts and for police to confirm the uniforms.
Between the two sides, many people asked for clear answers from the police leadership. Readers want simple facts about who provided security, and why.
Why the story matters
The episode raises a question about equal rule application for the wealthy and public figures. It also tests the reach of the presidency’s new security rules.
Officials earlier said VIPs could hire NSCDC guards if needed for close protection. That point added another layer to the debate about who can legally protect public figures.
The social posts also tied to the promoter’s recent public life updates and praise for peers. Cubana Chief Priest hails Davido shows earlier posts that kept him in public view this month.
Police spokespeople did not immediately answer questions about the images. A formal reply could clarify whether officers were on duty or off duty in the posted photos.
Earlier statements from the presidency said the change aimed to push police back into patrol work. The office framed the move as a way to improve quick crime response across neighbourhoods.
Civil rights groups and some lawmakers demanded clear rules and public answers. They said any exceptions must be publicly explained to avoid confusion.
If the officers were active police, the force may need to explain why they stayed on a VIP detail. If they were private guards, officials still face questions about uniform rules.
For now, social media remains the main source of the images and local reaction. Journalists and influencers shared screenshots and viewers debated the meaning.
The promoter’s team did not post an immediate statement about the photos. A spokesperson could add more context and say if formal permission was sought.
Meanwhile, analysts say the episode will likely push officials to issue a short clarification. Clear public answers could calm heated threads and reduce guesswork.
We will update this story when police or the promoter’s team posts a comment. Readers asked for any official reply to be shared as soon as it is available.
