The Nigerian social media space is on fire today, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as two heavyweights go head-to-head in a battle of words and wealth. The “Celebrity Barman,” Cubana Chiefpriest, has officially lost his cool with Isaac Fayose (the brother of former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose) following some very controversial comments regarding the Igbo people.
The drama started when Isaac Fayose claimed in a viral video that the Igbo are “easy to buy” as long as you have enough money and power. This remark did not sit well with Cubana Chiefpriest, who took to his Instagram stories to deliver a stinging rebuttal. According to reports from Legit.ng, Chiefpriest didn’t just defend his tribe; he went straight for the pocket, telling Fayose: “My shoes are worth your entire net worth!”
In my view, this isn’t just a simple “celebrity beef.” It’s a reflection of how sensitive tribal and economic discussions have become as we move closer to the 2027 election season. Cubana Chiefpriest, who was recently appointed as a director for the “City Boy Movement,” is clearly positioning himself as a protector of the “Igbo Brand,” while Fayose seems to be leaning into the “Scandal Economy” to stay relevant.
What makes this even more interesting is the backlash. While Chiefpriest’s fans are cheering his “show of wealth,” others are asking if bragging about shoes is the right way to respond to serious tribal stereotyping. Isaac Fayose has already clapped back, claiming that Chiefpriest “should be in jail” instead of bragging on the internet.
Whether you’re on #TeamChiefpriest or #TeamFayose, one thing is clear: the “Attention Economy” in Nigeria is at an all-time high. When billionaires and brothers of governors start fighting over the price of shoes, the common man is left wondering if these leaders have lost touch with reality.
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