The Headies: Cubana Chief Priest denied entry despite celebrity status, sparks online uproar
On Sunday, April 27, celebrity entrepreneur and nightlife figure Cubana Chief Priest faced an unexpected and very public humiliation after being denied entry to the 17th Headies Awards at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos for not having an official invitation card.
A viral video, shared by rommiroyal TV on TikTok, captured the socialite in a tense exchange with security personnel at the venue entrance, pleading for access. Despite his high profile and close ties to major Nigerian artists, including superstar Davido, he was firmly turned away in line with the event’s strict guest policy.
The incident has stirred intense debate online. Some praised the event organizers and security team for enforcing professionalism, while others questioned how someone of Cubana’s status was left off the invite list entirely.
The star-studded evening was attended by notable personalities, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Juma Jux, Nancy Isime, and Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan. Major winners at the event included Odumodublvck, the late Mohbad, Davido, Tems, and Rema.
The moment has added to the growing conversation about celebrity entitlement, event security, and whether fame alone should ever be a free pass.
