You’re Becoming Very Noisy. Every Time, Money Na Water. How Much Do You Have?

How It Started

In late October 2026 (around 25 October), popular socialite and nightlife entrepreneur Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, publicly criticised several South-East ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet.  

He specifically described David Umahi, the Minister of Works (and former Governor of Ebonyi State), as:  

> “The second to worst minister the South-East has ever had. We have nothing to show for it as a region that had a minister of works.”

He also attacked a female minister from Imo State, calling her a “fluke,” and urged Tinubu to sack underperforming ministers from the region, claiming they had delivered little tangible benefit or political value for the Igbo people.

 Umahi’s Response (8 November 2026)

About two weeks later, during a public engagement, Minister David Umahi fired back without directly naming Cubana Chief Priest, but the context was clear. He criticised the culture of loud public displays of wealth and constant boasting.

His key remarks included:

> “You’re becoming very noisy. Every time, money na water. How much do you have?  

> Have you ever seen Dangote saying ‘I have money,’ or Otedola saying he’s rich?  

> Money speaks for itself. It’s not by saying ‘money na water.’  

> What have you done? How many people have you given scholarships?”

He added that people should focus on real achievements and contributions to society rather than making noise about money.

 Context of “Money Na Water”

“Money na water” is Cubana Chief Priest’s long-running signature catchphrase. He has repeatedly defended it as a philosophy of abundance, excess liquidity, and flow — not vanity. He has used it in past public disputes (including one with billionaire Cosmas Maduka in 2025).

 Current Status

The exchange is circulating widely on social media (Instablog9ja’s post and videos of Umahi’s speech have gained significant traction). Reactions are mixed:

- Some defend Umahi’s infrastructure record (especially concrete roads).

- Others argue that a minister’s counter should address performance rather than personal wealth.

No official statement has been issued by Cubana Chief Priest in direct response as of the latest reports (8 November 2026).