A transnational paternity controversy has intensified as Kenyan woman Hellen Mutimu publicly threatens to deliver her child to the doorstep of Nigerian socialite and entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest if he continues to avoid taking a DNA test to establish paternity.
Mutimu’s dramatic ultimatum, delivered through a strongly-worded social media post, has captured widespread attention across both countries, adding a new dimension to her ongoing claims that the popular Nigerian nightlife entrepreneur fathered her child.
“Nothing will stop me from keeping on asking you for the DNA. If you don’t, I am not playing this time; I will drop this boy at your doorstep,” Mutimu declared in her recent social media statement, escalating what has already become a public spectacle spanning two African nations.
The Kenyan woman emphasized the feasibility of her threat by pointing out the relatively short travel distance between the two countries. “You think Lagos is far from Kenya? Right? Nah, it’s just 5 hours to Nigeria, and I promise you will be surprised how your son got there. Don’t think you will see me there. If that’s what you want, then let me give you back your blood. I don’t care what you will do with your son.”
Cubana Chief Priest, whose legal name is Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, has firmly denied any connection to Mutimu or her child. The celebrity bar owner and social media influencer, known for his flamboyant lifestyle and close associations with Nigerian music stars, has categorically rejected the allegations, describing them as baseless claims with no foundation in reality.
In his response to the allegations, Cubana Chief Priest emphasized his view that children are blessings, stating he would never abandon his own offspring, particularly given his considerable wealth and resources. His denial has been unequivocal, insisting that he has no prior relationship with Mutimu and consequently no paternal responsibility toward her child.
According to Cubana Chief Priest’s account of events, after Mutimu initially made her claims public, he extended an invitation for her to travel to Nigeria to address and resolve the situation directly. However, he alleges that Mutimu declined this offer, instead demanding financial support for her child’s needs and medical expenses before any meeting could take place—a request that further convinced him of potentially questionable motives behind her claims.
Social media platforms across both Nigeria and Kenya have been abuzz with discussions about the controversy, with users divided in their opinions. Some have expressed skepticism about Mutimu’s claims, questioning the timing and public nature of her accusations against such a high-profile figure. Others have advocated for a straightforward resolution through the DNA test that Mutimu demands.
This controversy highlights the increasingly complex nature of paternity disputes in the age of social media, where private matters can quickly become public spectacles, particularly when they involve prominent personalities. Family law experts note that transnational paternity cases present particular challenges regarding jurisdiction, enforcement of child support orders, and practical logistics.
“When paternity disputes cross international borders, they become significantly more complicated,” explains Lagos-based family law attorney Folashade Adeyemi. “The legal frameworks, cultural contexts, and enforcement mechanisms differ substantially between countries, creating additional hurdles for resolution.”
The public dispute also raises questions about the responsibilities of public figures and the challenges they face in maintaining privacy around personal matters. Cubana Chief Priest, who has built a personal brand around luxury, entertainment, and business success, now finds himself navigating a personal controversy that has spilled into his public persona.
For her part, Mutimu appears determined to pursue acknowledgment and presumably financial support for her child. Her threat to physically bring the child to Nigeria represents an escalation that transforms an online dispute into a potential real-world confrontation.
Cultural commentators have noted how this case reflects broader issues surrounding paternity acknowledgment, child support, and parental responsibility across African contexts. “These disputes often become complicated by differences in cultural expectations around fatherhood, financial responsibility, and the processes for establishing paternity,” notes sociologist Dr. Ngozi Okonkwo.
Neither party has indicated any intention to pursue resolution through formal legal channels thus far, with social media remaining the primary battlefield for their claims and counterclaims. This approach, while generating significant public attention, may ultimately prove insufficient for establishing legal paternity or resolving the underlying issues.
Followers of the controversy have pointed out that a DNA test would provide definitive answers to the central question of paternity, potentially bringing clarity to a situation that has thus far generated more heat than light. Medical experts confirm that modern paternity testing is straightforward, highly accurate, and could quickly resolve the factual basis of the dispute.
As the situation continues to develop, observers from both countries remain captivated by this unusual international paternity claim involving one of Nigeria’s most recognizable entertainment personalities. Whether Mutimu will follow through on her dramatic threat remains to be seen, but her public ultimatum has certainly ensured that attention on this controversy will not fade anytime soon.
Cubana Chief Priest, who rose to prominence through his association with luxury nightlife venues and high-profile celebrities, has not issued any further public statements since his initial denial. His representatives did not respond to requests for additional comment on Mutimu’s latest statements.
