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  • My artists are still missing – Portable cries out after alleged attack in Lagos

    My artists are still missing – Portable cries out after alleged attack in Lagos

    Controversial singer Portable was reportedly attacked by area boys during an event in Iju-Ishaga, Lagos state.

    In a viral video, Portable recounted the incident, revealing that he sustained serious injuries, and his crew members remain unaccounted for.

    The singer had attended the event to celebrate with a friend, but his behaviour upset some individuals, resulting in the violent assault.

    Portable claimed that the attackers stole valuable items, including jewellery, an ATM card, and iPhones.

    He has since taken to social media, urging the celebrant to help recover his stolen belongings and locate his missing crew members, including artists and managers.

    Read Also: Portable calls out Davido for failing to feature on song

    Speaking in pidgin, he wrote: “Wahala big palaba around Iju-Ishaga. We go celebrate with @lincon_orn who dey sell motor. Inside Adugbo wey we dey do show, na so all dis Egbon adugbo achieve us, ZEHNATION boys are still missing oo.

    “They attacked my boys after I escaped… @lincon_orn should help tell those Egbon adugbo to return @iam_sexyshay’s 2 iPhones and my ATM. We see @dullarboi’s phones and car but we still can’t find him.

    “I haven’t seen @bamidola_ we hear say them attack him. Those are my artistes that are missing oo. God no go shame us. All these people are evil, na so them achieve me. Those Egbon adugbo collected my ice chain and my gold earring after I showed them love and gave them all my money. They still wanted to collect my bag. Are they fans or enemies?”

  • Portable calls out Davido for failing to feature on song

    Portable calls out Davido for failing to feature on song

    Controversial singer Portable has expressed disappointment and frustration with Davido.

    According to Portable, he anticipated Davido’s verse on his song but it didn’t happen.

    The controversy stems from a dispute between the two artists in June when Portable accused Davido of giving him bad advice during a dinner meeting in Atlanta, leading to Davido unfollowing him on Instagram.

    He shared his latest release on Instagram, revealing that the song was initially meant to feature a verse from Davido, but he was left hanging. 

    Read Also: Portable vows forever with Queen Dami on birthday

    He wrote: “Na who helps you be your helper; who promise you fit change mind. As @davido no gree give me verse on this song, I don kuku drop myself. Star. Don’t beg to shine. Who go help you no go stress you.”

  • Portable vows forever with Queen Dami on birthday

    Portable vows forever with Queen Dami on birthday

    Singer Portable has made a heartfelt promise to his girlfriend, Queen Dami, on her birthday.

    In an Instagram post, he shared a photo of Queen Dami and pledged to be with her forever, saying, “I fly with you forever.”

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    Portable’s romantic message was accompanied by a sweet birthday wish, “HBD Mummy Oba. My Star Queen. Alayo, I fly with you forever. God bless your new age. @officialqueen_dami.”

    This public declaration of love comes after the couple’s relationship was confirmed in August 2023, amidst controversy surrounding Queen Dami’s past marriage to the late Alaafin of Oyo.

  • I’m rich now, I don’t subscribe to planned protest, says Portable

    I’m rich now, I don’t subscribe to planned protest, says Portable

    Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has announced that he would not be participating in the planned nationwide protest against the high cost of living in Nigeria.

    The protest, scheduled for August 1-10, aims to express concern over the rising cost of living and economic struggles faced by Nigerians.

    In a viral video, Portable attributed his decision to his current financial success, stating that he was poor when he joined protests in 2020 but he is now rich.

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    He advised his fans to focus on personal development and hard work rather than engaging in protests, emphasising that “Rich people don’t fight.”

    Speaking in a blend of Pidgin and Yoruba, he said: “My fans. Some said I protested in 2020. Yes, it is true, but I was poor at that time. Now, I am rich. Have you ever seen Femi Otedola, Aliko Dangote, and Dele Momodu protesting?

    “Then, I was thinking like a poor man who had nothing. I am now rich. Rich people don’t fight.

    “It will not end well for anyone who suggests that I should go and sing in a protest. Why don’t you take the microphone and sing at the protest yourself? If you are hustling and you have work to do, you will not join them to protest.”

  • Nigeria okay, planned protest unnecessary – Portable

    Nigeria okay, planned protest unnecessary – Portable

    Controversial singer Portable has ignited a firestorm of criticism after stating that there is no reason for the planned nationwide protest against the rising cost of living under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

    In an Instagram video, Portable claimed that those planning to protest are jobless and lazy, attributing their struggles to a lack of hustle and loyalty.

    He warned he should not be asked to perform during the protest, saying “I need money, I’m hustling.

    “It won’t be well with anyone who tells me to perform during the protest. Don’t you have a producer too? You should also collect the mic and join the protest too.

    “Please, I need money, I’m hustling. If you take your job seriously, you won’t join the protest. Don’t fight for Nigeria, fight for yourself.

    Read Also: August 1: We’re not joining protest, Bauchi Govt declares

    “Nigeria is okay, you are the one who is not okay. There is money in some places, you are the one who did not hustle or not loyal to your helper.

    “You are the one who doesn’t make connections. There are people who can help, there are jobs. You are the one who is not working. Fight for yourself,” Portable said.

    Portable’s comments have been met with widespread outrage, with many accusing him of being insensitive and out of touch with the struggles of everyday Nigerians. 

  • How I got freed after defamation arrest – Portable

    How I got freed after defamation arrest – Portable

    Controversial singer, Portable, has shared his experience after being arrested and released by the police due to defamation allegations.

    He revealed that he was freed after pleading and shedding tears, and acknowledged that the police chief handling his case was a fan of his music.

    Portable emphasised the importance of forgiveness in conflicts and expressed gratitude for the intervention that prevented his transfer to Abuja.

    He also addressed the nature of rivalry in the music industry, stating that disagreements often lead to diss tracks.

    However, he emphasised that personal insults should not escalate beyond the professional realm.

    Read Also: Why EFCC is targeting internet fraudsters – Portable

    Portable said: “I have a story to tell. You see, in this life, we will fight. But let’s try to always forgive ourselves. I pray I won’t fight someone who will not forgive me. They said they should go and drop me in Abuja. So I started crying, prostrating, and calling for help.

    “Some of you look for trouble, talk about me, and insult me online first. But when I just mention your name, you will write a petition against me for defaming you but you know you started it. You almost set me up. I got help. I begged, prostrated, and cried there. They listened to my cry. We are not fighting each other. It is the business. For artists, it is normal to write diss tracks. So if I insult you, it is nothing serious. I just did it because you wronged me. Thankfully, the Lagos IG is my fan if not… They said I should be dropped.”

  • Why EFCC is targeting internet fraudsters – Portable

    Why EFCC is targeting internet fraudsters – Portable

    Controversial singer Portable has stated that the EFCC is targeting internet fraudsters because they flaunt their wealth, abandoning their poor parents to live lavishly off fraud proceeds.

    According to him, the extravagance draws the anti-graft agency’s attention.

    In an Instagram video, Portable said: “Why won’t EFCC arrest the youths when they are doing Yahoo, using iPhone 15 and lodging in hotels, but their mothers are selling akara [bean cake] and their fathers are suffering.”

    Read Also: Portable tackles VeryDarkMan for dissing Obi Cubana online

    He urged the EFCC to investigate thoroughly, noting that not everyone with a luxurious lifestyle is involved in fraud.

  • Musicians earn more than footballers, says Portable

    Musicians earn more than footballers, says Portable

    Controversial singer Portable has weighed in on the debate about who earns more between musicians and footballers.

    He said musicians earn significantly more than soccer stars, claiming that music is a lucrative business.

    The ‘Zazzu’ crooner also stated that singers make more money than ritualists and fraudsters, citing Apple Music revenue as an example.

    Read Also: Portable tackles VeryDarkMan for dissing Obi Cubana online

    Portable confidently asserted that musicians are at the top of the earnings scale, dismissing claims that footballers earn more. 

    He said in a video: “Music money is bigger than football money. Music is business. Musicians earn more than ritualists and fraudsters. Apple Music revenue is huge. Footballers can’t compete.

    “People saying footballers earn more than musicians don’t know what they are saying. Musicians are at the top.”

  • CHIVIDO24: I’d have been part of Davido’s groomsmen but for Zlatan – Portable

    CHIVIDO24: I’d have been part of Davido’s groomsmen but for Zlatan – Portable

    Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has made a startling revelation about his relationship with colleague Davido.

    In a recent Instagram live session, Portable claimed that he received an invitation to Davido’s wedding but would have played a more significant role as a groomsman if not for the interference of rapper Zlatan Ibile.

    Portable said: “I was invited to Davido’s wedding. If Zlatan Ibile hadn’t ruined my friendship with Davido, I’d have been among the groomsmen.”

    The drama between Portable and Davido began after their dinner meeting in the United States, where Portable accused Davido of giving him “bad advice” on his music career.

    Portable alleged that Davido advised him to sign with Empire instead of Sony Music, which led to a rift between the two artists.

    Read Also: Davido ought to have given me $10,000 but he used me to trend – Portable

    The situation escalated when Davido unfollowed Portable on Instagram, effectively ending their friendship.

    Portable’s outburst against Davido continued, with him claiming that the DMW boss used him for publicity and abandoned him afterward.

    Portable, against all odds, congratulated Davido and Chioma on their wedding day, seemingly putting their feud aside for the moment.

  • I’ll win a Grammy without your help, Portable fires Davido

    I’ll win a Grammy without your help, Portable fires Davido

    Controversial singer Portable has lashed out on Davido after the latter unfollowed him on Instagram.

    The controversy began when Portable accused Davido of giving him “bad advice” regarding record labels, claiming Davido advised him against signing with Sony Music and instead suggested Empire, which Portable perceived as a hindrance to his Grammy aspirations.

    In response to Davido unfollowing him, Portable asserted his independence, stating he doesn’t need Davido’s support or followership to achieve success or win a Grammy.

    He implied that Davido only unfollowed him because he was no longer beneficial to him.

    Read Also: Portable calls out Zlatan for attempting to ruin his relationship with Davido

    Portable confidently declared that he will proceed with his tour and achieve his goals, including winning a Grammy, regardless of Davido’s actions.

    Speaking in a video message shared via his Instagram page, Portable said: “They tried to destroy me and quickly unfollowed me because I stopped being beneficial to them. Whether you help me or not, I will do my tour; whether you follow me or not, I will collect Grammy.”