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‘Money Na Water’: Cubana Chiefpriest Claps Back At Cosmas Maduka
By Benjamin Abioye
Socialite and nightlife entrepreneur, *Cubana Chiefpriest, has fired back at billionaire businessman Cosmas Maduka following his criticism of the popular slang “money na water.”
Maduka, founder of Coscharis Group, had in a viral video condemned the phrase and described the culture of lavish spending as a “dead value system” that corrupts morals and misleads young Nigerians. He also urged citizens to abandon the mindset of wasteful display and embrace discipline and hard work.
But Chiefpriest, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, responded swiftly through his Instagram page, throwing a subtle jab at the billionaire while teasing his new single titled *Money Na Water.
In his words:
“Saying money na water is better than being in a forgery investigation,” Cubana Chiefpriest said.
He further wrote:
“3 pm I will address that dry ‘Money Na Water’ speech from Africa’s most stingy man. Still verifying if he has been cleared in the forged import presidential waiver. Well, Sen. Omo Agege is still alive today. Saying money na water is better than being in a forgery investigation. Meanwhile, VENEZUELA (Money Na Water) with @millonariaafrica @boypee_ drops this Friday midnight.”
The post immediately triggered a storm of online reactions, dividing public opinion between those defending Chiefpriest’s flamboyant personality and others condemning his remarks against a respected industrialist.
Below are some of the notable reactions:
Son Of Grace (@RealDonvic001): “Why I personally like Cubana Chiefpriest is because he knows his craft of marketing to the core. There’s nothing he can’t sell and he knows how to sell himself very well.”
X man (@Riches_come): “Chiefpriest is a noise maker. How many times has he seen Elon or Jeff Bezos make noise? People who control the world move in silence.”
Ozoville Resources (@ozoville): “Audio billionaire don reply real billionaire. Are Otedola and Elumelu shouting ‘money na water’ to stay relevant?”
@the_oddmind: “When you see a rat eating knife instead of bread, know that it’s ready for suicide. People like Cosmas are national heroes, not online giveaway celebrities.”
Duke Njoku (@dukexxz101): “Fat man doesn’t know the difference between capital and assets. My advice—be humble. Pride comes before a fall.”
@TheForexScribe: “This is simply a clash of philosophy between generations. The older value discipline and integrity; the younger use attention as currency. Balance is key.”
Wvnda (@foreverkingin): “Real money doesn’t make noise. When the tax forms arrive in 2026, we’ll know who truly has liquidity.”
Africanbeauty (@africanangel123): “This mentality is why people tag Nigerians as ‘frauds.’ Mr Eazi once said, ‘wealth is silent.’ No need for showmanship.”
Caring Dominguez😘 (@CaringDominguez): “I know what Cosmas said will pain Chiefpriest. Real money doesn’t make noise. Even Davido, his mentor, doesn’t shout like this.”
ZACK OF ALL TRADES (@JubrilZakariyau): “Chiefpriest isn’t wrong that attention is the new currency. Look at Elon or Mr Beast — they monetise noise and controversy.”
Chizitere Chris Onye (@chizzyychris): “Honestly, both men have a point. Times have changed; attention is social capital now. We can learn from both sides.”
Temple (@Temple890831025): “When Chief Maduka made his first million, the naira was still strong. Chiefpriest wasn’t even born. He should learn to respect elders.”
Mayor of Nasarawa (@iam_isty): “In today’s world, wealth is quiet, rich is loud. Chiefpriest may be rich, but Maduka is wealthy — there’s a difference.”
The heated exchange highlights the growing divide between two generations of Nigerian businessmen — one built on discipline and legacy, the other powered by branding and visibility.
While some believe Cubana Chiefpriest’s flamboyance reflects a new form of digital-age entrepreneurship, others insist that humility and restraint remain the true markers of lasting wealth.
As the debate rages, Chiefpriest’s upcoming single “Money Na Water” seems poised to turn the controversy into another marketing win — proof that, for him, attention truly remains the new currency.
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