Obi Cubana Breaks Silence, Denies Insulting Ndigbo Over Enugu Comment
Popular businessman, Obi Cubana, has clarified his controversial remarks made in Enugu, insisting that his comments were misinterpreted and not intended to insult the Igbo people.
The statement, which sparked widespread backlash, was delivered during a public event where he spoke on political awareness and participation. Critics had accused him of suggesting that Ndigbo lack adequate political knowledge.
Reacting to the controversy, the entrepreneur explained that only a short portion of his speech was circulated, creating a misleading impression of his actual message. He stressed that his intention was to encourage deeper understanding of Nigeria’s political structure, not to demean his people.
He further noted that his remarks were aimed at promoting strategic political engagement, particularly in understanding how power operates at the national level.
Amid growing criticism, Obi Cubana expressed regret over how his comments were perceived, acknowledging that some individuals felt offended. He maintained, however, that his message was constructive and rooted in a desire for progress within the Igbo community.
The controversy has since generated mixed reactions, with supporters defending his stance as a call for political enlightenment, while others insist the remarks were inappropriate regardless of intent.
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