Popular entrepreneur and socialite, Cubana Chief Priest, recently shared a frightening experience that nearly turned a fun outing with his son into tragedy.
The well-known businessman, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, revealed that he and his son fell into the ocean during a water ride while on vacation.
The incident, which he described as a “near-death” experience, happened during what was supposed to be a father-son bonding challenge. He said they were enjoying the day together when things suddenly went wrong.
Cubana Chief Priest took to Instagram to share the terrifying ordeal with his followers. According to him, the day began with excitement and adventure, but a dare from his son, known on Instagram as @donaldsfastfood, led them straight into danger.
He explained that his son had challenged him to join in on a high-speed water ride. The challenge, which seemed harmless at first, quickly turned risky.
“My son @donaldsfastfood challenged me to this ride. Boom! We fell into the ocean,” he wrote in his post, still in disbelief at how fast the situation escalated.
The powerful water currents proved too much for them to handle. The ride, likely intended to be thrilling, became a nightmare as father and son were suddenly thrown into the open ocean.
Cubana Chief Priest notes life jacket use
Cubana Chief Priest said the impact was shocking and disorienting. For a brief moment, fear took over as the two struggled to remain calm while floating in the water.
The fall came without warning, and in the chaos, the only thing keeping them safe was their life jackets and a bit of swimming knowledge.
Thankfully, both were wearing life jackets at the time of the fall. This, along with their basic swimming skills, helped them stay afloat until help arrived.
Though shaken, the socialite expressed deep gratitude that the situation didn’t end in tragedy. He stressed the importance of wearing safety gear during such activities.
“Life jacket saved us with our swimming ocean skills,” he wrote, clearly relieved. He also joked that his wife, @deangels, would not be happy about the risk they took.
The post quickly gained attention on Instagram, with fans and followers flooding the comments section. Many expressed concern and thanked God for their safety, while others admired how Cubana Chief Priest turned the terrifying moment into a teachable and humorous story.
Some praised his openness in sharing the experience, noting that it served as a reminder about water safety. Others teased him for taking on such a risky challenge at the request of his son.
While Cubana Chief Priest is known for his lavish parties, flashy lifestyle, and bold personality, this incident showed a more vulnerable and relatable side of him. It also highlighted the unpredictable nature of adventure sports and the importance of safety precautions.
He didn’t give further details about where the incident happened, but the tone of his message made it clear that it was a close call. Fortunately, the experience ended with no injuries and an important life lesson.
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