By Emeka Blast 
Davido’s Miami Wedding: Cubana Chief Priest Explains His Absence
Nigerian socialite and nightlife entrepreneur Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has publicly expressed his heartbreak over missing the white wedding of his close friend, Afrobeats superstar David “Davido” Adeleke, and Chioma Rowland in Miami, Florida, on August 9, 2025. In an emotional Instagram post on the day of the event, Cubana attributed his absence to long-standing challenges in securing a U.S. visa, sparking widespread reactions and renewed discussions about visa access for Nigerians.
In his post, Cubana Chief Priest shared a throwback video from Davido’s traditional wedding in Lagos in June 2024, writing, “Woke up this morning with mixed feelings. I’m happy, and I’m still sad at the same time. Sometimes, God has a way of making you understand that you are powerless regardless of all you may think you have.” He revealed that errors from a visa application filled out by someone else when he was younger have repeatedly led to denials, stating, “Some mistakes were coming up during interviews… it kept popping up in their system,” as reported by Punch Nigeria.
The celebrity barman, who has been a vocal supporter of Davido and Chioma, expressed his frustration, pleading with the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria: “@usinnigeria I’m in again next week. Please give me access to the greatest country in the world. This pain is really paining.” He noted that his wife, referred to as “#_deangels,” attended the Miami wedding to represent him, adding, “The largest part of me, which is my family… is there to share in this luxury blissful experience. So I’m there in body and spirit.”
Cubana’s absence from the star-studded event, attended by celebrities like Adekunle Gold, Teniola Apata, and Zlatan Ibile, fueled online speculation, with some netizens suggesting a rift. Addressing critics, he wrote, “I appreciate the bashing because that has given me multiple reasons and proofs to apply again,” emphasizing his determination to resolve his visa issues. Social media reactions were mixed, with @yabaleftonline tweeting, “Cubana Chief Priest begs US for visa after missing Davido’s wedding. #Chivido2025,” while @TruthSeekerNG commented, “Visa wahala again? Nigeria’s elite can’t even enter Yankee. #FixTheSystem.”
The entrepreneur’s candid revelation, shared alongside heartfelt congratulations to Davido and Chioma, highlighted his ongoing struggle with U.S. immigration policies. In a January 2025 interview on Channels TV’s Rubbin’ Minds, Cubana disclosed that past application errors have haunted him, saying, “David tells me about America and the lifestyle. It is something I want to experience.” His appeal to the U.S. Embassy has drawn attention to broader challenges Nigerians face in obtaining visas, with @instablog9ja noting, “Cubana’s visa denial sparks conversation about access for Nigerians. #USVisaIssues.”
Davido’s Miami wedding, a lavish affair preceded by a Havana-themed pre-wedding party, dominated headlines, with Vogue capturing the event’s glamour. While Cubana missed the celebration, he shared a FaceTime screenshot with Davido, writing, “Happy married life, bestie. Water full my eyes,” per Gistlover.
