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  • Portable calls out Zlatan for attempting to ruin his relationship with Davido

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

    Nigerian singer Portable has accused his colleague Zlatan Ibile of attempting to create tension between him and Davido

    Portable claimed that while they were together in Atlanta, USA, Zlatan called Davido and warned him to “behave himself” around Portable.

    He expressed his disappointment and frustration, stating that Zlatan’s call disrupted the positive atmosphere they had shared. 

    He also alleged that Zlatan told Davido that he and Dammy Krane had insulted him in a song, which Portable denied.

    The singer, therefore, warned Zlatan to stay out of his business and stop any alleged attempts to create conflict.

  • Portable raises concerns about America’s gun culture

    Portable raises concerns about America’s gun culture

    Singer Okikiola Olalomi aka Portable, has expressed concern over the alleged prevalence of gun ownership in the United States.

    The ‘Zeh’ master shared his worries on Instagram, alleging that Americans carry guns as freely as mobile phones.

    Portable’s comments come as a clear contrast to his earlier posts, which showed him enjoying his time in America.

    The singer had shared photos and videos of his dinner with Grammy award nominee Davido, who gifted him a brand new shoe.

    Read Also: Actress Ashabi Simple celebrates second wedding anniversary with Portable

    However, his recent experience has left him shaken, highlighting the differences in gun culture between Nigeria and the United States.

    He said: “With just a hug, you can feel the guns in their pockets,” Portable said, revealing that even his visitors carried guns, making him feel uneasy.

    Despite his concerns, Portable reassured his fans that he was safe and urged them to stay calm.

    “People are using guns like phones here in America. It’s risky to argue with people out here. But don’t worry my fans, I am safe.”

  • Why I didn’t fight Davido despite calls for confrontation – Portable

    Why I didn’t fight Davido despite calls for confrontation – Portable

    Controversial singer, Portable has claimed he rejected requests to engage in an altercation with Davido but opted not to. 

    This, he said, was due to loyalty and gratitude to the DMW boss.

    During an Instagram live session on Thursday, Portable shared that he had been urged by unknown individuals to confront Davido but he refused. 

    Read Also: Actress Ashabi Simple celebrates second wedding anniversary with Portable

    He said: “Don’t fight your helper. They pushed me to fight with Davido but I didn’t listen to them because I’m loyal to my helper. Once I see Davido I’m blessed.”

    Portable’s decision to prioritise gratitude over confrontation has earned him widespread admiration, showcasing his commitment to positivity and respect in the music industry. 

  • Portable blasts Vector Tha Viper over unreleased snippet

    Portable blasts Vector Tha Viper over unreleased snippet

    In a fiery Instagram live session, controversial singer Portable has lashed out at veteran rapper Vector Tha Viper.

    The outburst came after Vector name-dropped ‘Zazu’ in a viral snippet of an unreleased song.

    Portable, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t hold back, boasting that he’s the king of the streets and controls the music industry.

    He dismissed Vector’s prowess, claiming that singers like himself are essential to the success of rappers like Vector.

    He said: “God is my own pioneer. So, nobody should claim he paved the way for me. Vector the Viper that song you subbed me, don’t you know I am a king? I control the country and streets. Can you control what I control?

    “You dey wine? You blow reach me? Are you not a rapper? Aren’t we; singers who would give you the chorus of your song? Instead of you reaching out to me for a feature, you are mimicking me. You blow reach me?”.

    The drama has set the music world abuzz, with fans and industry insiders alike weighing in on the bitter feud.

    abiola_olayajo said: “Portable should better stop coz he wasn’t referring to him in anyways… Zazu is tha name of a bird in Lion King I guess… even this blogger self na werey, that’s DJ Magnum’s picture (Vector’s Brother)”

    Read Also: Everybody needs a pinch of Portable, says D’Banj

    big7record chided: “Lol insulting vector cause you want to feel special & greet the hype on media is just so wrong. Like when vector dey win awards who know porable”

    huzanamusic blasted: “See this small tingo sef they insult a futal lord & award-winning lyricist cos of clout. And na tingo for that matter”

    kesterrozay commented: “Even if you have money education is key. Vector was referencing Zazu the bird in Lion King, he wasn’t even talking about Portable. This one just don go get beef with a person for nothing. Vector no small oh”

    jay_osas wrote: “Portable no know say zazu the bird in the lion king Dey lol

  • Pray for me, I don’t want to die – Portable cries out amid ill health

    Pray for me, I don’t want to die – Portable cries out amid ill health

    Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable has cried out for help after being hospitalized.

    He posted about his condition on his Instagram story, asking for prayers and sharing that he is experiencing pain all over his body while praying against untimely death.

    Despite his struggles, Portable expressed no regrets, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself even among those who may not support them.

    The Zeh master advised his fans to remain authentic, let go of stress, and allow blessings to flow.

    Reassuring his followers, Portable urged them not to panic, stating that he is alive and merely in pain, as he affirmed that untimely death is not his destiny.

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    He said: “Pain all over my body somebody pray for me I don’t want to die young.

    “We don’t regret we go hard you can’t be comfortable being you in the midst of people that don’t want you. Be you let the stress go and let the blessings flow. Zazuu am coming stronger.

    “No panic I still dey feel pain am alive bobo no go die young.”

    In a previous post, he shared a throwback video of him praying to God as he stated that there is no gain without pain.

    He disclosed that he thinks a lot and feels a lot but despite the happiness, the moments, the memories and the pain, all he needs is prayer.

    “No pain, no gain. I face a lot, I think a lot. The moments, the memories, the pain, the happiness all I need is prayer somebody prays for me On God.”

  • Lẹ̀yín táwọn ọlọ́pàá fi Portable sílè, óṣérẹ̀ náà lòun ti di  aṣojú wọn

    Lẹ̀yín táwọn ọlọ́pàá fi Portable sílè, óṣérẹ̀ náà lòun ti di  aṣojú wọn

    • Taofik Afọlabi

    Lẹyin tawọn ọlọpaa fi  Habeeb Okikiọla    ti gbogbo aye mọ si Portable silẹ nitori   gbese mọto G-wagon to  jẹ, ọkunrin naa loun ti di aṣoju awọn agbofinro bayii. 

     Ninu ọrọ ọkunrin naa olorin takasufee tawọ n ololufẹ ẹ tun

      mọ  si  Were  Olorin lo ti ṣalaye lori ikanni istagiraamu ẹ pe oun ti  di  aṣoju

        awọn ọlọpaa.

     Ẹ gbọ bo ṣe wi ‘ Ẹ jẹ ka

     gbarukuti awọn  ọlọpaa, nltoripe ọrẹ araalu ní wọn’.

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     ‘ Ọmọ ìjọba apapọ ni mí, ọmọ ijọ̀ba,

    aṣoju awọn ọlọpaa, orin ni mo n kọ jẹun, mi  o bẹbẹ ki n too tan kari aye, mi o le

     sa  fun Ọlọrun, nitoripe oun lo n ṣe

     ohun  gbogbo, lẹyin Ọlọrun, ijọba lo

     ku.

    Oṣere naa tẹsiwaju ninu ọrọ ẹ pe oun nigbagbọ pe gbogbo ijakulẹ

          to  ba  ṣẹlẹ si  ẹda, yoo pada ja si oriire fun un ni.

  • Portable declares self ‘police ambassador’ days after arrest

    Portable declares self ‘police ambassador’ days after arrest

    Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola Oyegbile, popularly known as Portable, said he is now a police ambassador days after being released on bail.

    The Nation reported that Portable was arrested by the police for refusing to pay the debt he incurred when he purchased a G-Wagon from a car dealer in Lagos state.

    In a recent Instagram post, the ‘Zazu’ crooner advocated for support for the police, noting that they are “our friends.”

    According to him, he believes that every “disappointment is a blessing.”

    Read Also: Portable releases diss track after regaining freedom

    He wrote: “Zazuu federal government libeliability. Omo ijoba Police Ambassador I do music for living star don’t beg to shine. Akoi grace wey no dey disgrace.

    “I no fit run from God. That’s all, my believe God is over everything after God the government and Police is our friends I believe in God my phone and sub any disappointment is a blessings. ZehNation many many inspirations.”

  • Portable releases diss track after regaining freedom

    Portable releases diss track after regaining freedom

    Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable has shared a snippet of his yet to be released song, ‘Spiderman’ hours after his release from police custody.

    The ‘Zazuu’ hitmaker on Thursday, May 16, shared a diss track in response to his arrest for defaulting on the payment plan for his G-Wagon SUV.

    Recall that Portable was spotted in a viral video on Tuesday, where he was scaling over a gate in order to evade arrest.

    Following the act, the singer released a song that resonated to his flying power.

    The Nation reported that Portable regained his freedom after meeting the bail conditions set for his release.

    Read Also: Portable remains in police custody after failing to meet bail conditions

    His recent arrest is not the first of Portable’s encounters with the authorities.

    Recall that in March 2023, the Ogun State Police Command arrested the famous singer for cursing and  manhandling some men of the Nigeria Police Force in two video clips that went viral.

    As reported by The Nation, Portable was invited by the police during the probe but refused to honour the invitation thereby propelling the police to issue a 72-hour ultimatum and after which, he got arrested. 

  • Portable remains in police custody after failing to meet bail conditions

    Portable remains in police custody after failing to meet bail conditions

    Popular street musician Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable has remained in police custody after failing to meet the conditions of the bail terms for his release.

    He was arrested for refusing to pay the N14 million debt he incurred when he bought a G-Wagon from a car dealer in Lagos State.

    Spokesman for the Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hudenyin said the singer will remain in the police cell, pending when he’s able to produce a reliable surety before he can be granted bail.

    Read Also: Police arrest Portable over ‘G-Wagon debt’

    Hundeyin said: “He has presented no reliable surety yet so he (Portable) is still with us.”

    The Nation reported that the singer was arrested in the Abule Egba area of Lagos after several attempts to escape,

  • Police arrest Portable over ‘G-Wagon debt’

    Police arrest Portable over ‘G-Wagon debt’

    Popular street singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been arrested by the police for allegedly refusing to pay the balance of a G-Wagon vehicle he purchased from a car dealer.

    The singer was arrested in the Abule Egba area of Lagos, police spokesman in the state, Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed on Tuesday.

    “Portable was arrested in the Abule Egba area of Lagos on Tuesday,” Hundeyin said.

    The ‘Zazoo Zeh’ crooner was reported to have bought the vehicle worth ₦27 million but paid only ₦13 million.

    Read Also: Oyo Police review security architecture over Ibadan-Ijebu Ode abductions

    In a viral video, Portable was seen to have scaled a gate after policemen approached him with an arrest warrant to follow them. Another viral video, however, showed him being dragged, handcuffed and wheel barrowed by about four policemen into a waiting vehicle.

    In the process of his arrest, the voice of a lady, who identified herself as the car dealer, was heard in the background, spewing expletives and telling how Portable threatened her when she demanded that he discharge the debt.

    Police spokesman (Hundeyin) said the police expect the lawyers of the singer to show up on Wednesday morning.

    He said the singer might be taken to court, depending on the discussions with his lawyers.

    In April 2023, portable was arrested by the police in Ogun State and arraigned on five counts bordering on alleged assault and stealing at the Ifo Magistrate Court, in the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State. He was remanded at the Ilaro Correctional Centre thereafter but released after meeting his bail conditions.