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  • Portable escapes jail after paying N30,000 fine for assault conviction

    Portable escapes jail after paying N30,000 fine for assault conviction

    Controversial musician Portable has escaped a jail term after opting for a N30,000 fine.

    Recall that Portable was sentenced to three months’ imprisonment by the Ifo Magistrate Court in Ogun State for assaulting Osimosu Emmanuel Oluwafemi in 2022.

    The charge sheet read: “That you, Badmus Habeeb Okikiola a.k.a. Portable, and others now at large, on the 18th day of November 2022 at 11:00 hrs in Okeosa, Ilogbo, within the Ifo Magisterial District, did conspire among yourselves to commit a felony to wit: assault, and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 517 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State, 2006.

    “That you, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, on the same date, time, and place in the aforementioned district, did unlawfully assault one Osimosu Emmanuel Oluwafemi, by beating him all over his body, and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 351 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State of Nigeria, 2006.

    “That you, Badmus Habeeb Okikiola a.k.a. Portable, sometime in the year 2022, at Okeosa, Ilogbo, in the Ifo Magisterial District, did steal some musical gadgets including a Yamaha H55 studio monitor, complete studio 2 interface connection cable, and an AKG P420 condenser microphone, and thereby committed an offence contrary to Sections 383 and 384, and punishable under Section 390 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State, Nigeria, 2006.”

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    In his judgment, Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo stated that the singer was found guilty on counts one and two.

    Portable was sentenced to one month’s imprisonment with an option of a N10,000 fine on count one and two months’ imprisonment with an option of a N20,000 fine on count two.

    The court gave Portable the option to pay a fine instead of serving the jail term, which he has now done.

    Portable was found guilty of assault and initially faced charges of theft of musical instruments.

    He was granted bail earlier but was remanded in custody after failing to appear in court. 

  • Burna Boy’s collaboration more valuable than N20m gift – Portable

    Burna Boy’s collaboration more valuable than N20m gift – Portable

    Controversial singer Portable has reacted after receiving a generous gift of N20 million from his senior colleague Burna Boy following his victory in a boxing match against Speed Darlington.

    In his reaction, Portable expressed surprise that despite Burna Boy’s kindness in giving him such a large sum of money, they had no prior interaction or communication.

    Portable mentioned that he had tried reaching out to Burna Boy on Instagram, but he never responded.

    He also claimed he didn’t have Burna Boy’s contact number and had never received a response to his messages.

    Read Also: Burna Boy gifts Portable N20m after defeating Speed Darlington in boxing match

    Portable joked that he could spend N20 million in just a day and instead of just accepting the gift, he requested that Burna Boy consider collaborating with him on a song, suggesting a feature opportunity would be a fair exchange for the generosity he showed. 

    “Person wey give me 20 million never reply me for Instagram before, I Dey call am, he no pick, e no follow me, I no get em number and yet he gave me money. Why he dey stingy with his replies ? He should give me a feature cos I can spend 20 million finish in a day,” Portable said.

  • Burna Boy gifts Portable N20m after defeating Speed Darlington in boxing match

    Burna Boy gifts Portable N20m after defeating Speed Darlington in boxing match

    Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has gifted Portable N20 million to celebrate his victory over Speed Darlington in a celebrity boxing match.

    Portable won the match, dubbed “Chaos in the Rings,” after Speed Darlington reportedly broke his arm in the first round and failed to show up for the second round.

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    Burna Boy, who has had a history of conflict with Speed Darlington, shared his support for Portable through a generous cash gift.

    Portable expressed his gratitude on his Instagram story, revealing the gift and writing, “20 million from @burnaboygram. If you wanna be like Odogwu, can you do like Odogwu? God bless your family.”

  • Celebrity Boxing: Why Portable defeated me, by Speed Darlington

    Celebrity Boxing: Why Portable defeated me, by Speed Darlington

    Singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has claimed fellow artist Badmus Okikiola, widely known as Portable, used traditional charms, commonly referred to as juju during their recent celebrity boxing showdown.

    The match was part of the ‘Chaos In The Ring’ event, held on Saturday and organised by Game Rush in collaboration with Balmoral Promotions.

    The event follows previous showcases by the organisers, including a December 2024 bout and the launch of ‘Friday Fight Night’ in February 2025.

    In a video posted on social media platform X, Speed Darlington alleged that his shoulder became dislocated during the fight, even though he felt no signs of exhaustion.

    Read Also: Portable defeats Speed Darlington in boxing showdown

    He suggested that the injury could have been caused by supernatural means allegedly introduced by Portable.

    Portable ultimately won the match, which has since gone viral and stirred debates across social media.

    The tension between the two musicians reportedly began when Speed Darlington offered Portable N500,000 to perform at an event, an amount Portable allegedly considered disrespectful.

  • Portable defeats Speed Darlington in boxing showdown

    Portable defeats Speed Darlington in boxing showdown

    Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has emerged victorious over fellow artiste Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, in their much-publicised clash at the “Chaos In The Ring” boxing event held at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos.

    The heated rivalry between the two musicians was sparked by a booking dispute, after Speed Darlington reportedly offered Portable ₦500,000 to perform at his show,an offer Portable dismissed as insulting.

    Leading up to the bout, Portable had expressed disinterest in fighting Speed Darlington, stating he would rather face former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua for ₦100 million, branding Darlington an “unworthy opponent.”

    The high-energy event, organised by Game Rush and Balmoral Promotions, was part of the Friday Fight Night series and followed the success of previous editions, including a major tournament in December 2024. 

    It also featured top-tier fighters from six countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Egypt, Italy, and the United Kingdom.

    In December 2023, Portable emerged victorious in a celebrity boxing match against Nollywood actor Charles Okocha, securing the win after four intense rounds at Landmark Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos. 

    The bout served as a dramatic resolution to a dispute between the two, stemming from allegations by Portable that Okocha had shortchanged him in a N40 million deal.

  • Portable, Speed Darlington set for showdown in boxing match

    Portable, Speed Darlington set for showdown in boxing match

    Controversial music stars, Portable and Speed Darlington, are set to settle their fiery feud in the boxing ring today, April 18, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos.

    Billed as “Chaos In The Ring,” the much-anticipated fight follows a heated weigh-in session that nearly turned violent, with both artists exchanging verbal jabs and punches before being separated by bouncers.

    The beef reportedly began after Speed Darlington offered Portable ₦500,000 to perform at his show—an offer Portable rejected as disrespectful, insisting his standard fee is ₦20 million.

    “You’re using my name to promote your show and offering ₦500k? I don’t roll with poor people,” Portable said in a viral video, sparking outrage from Darlington.

    Read Also: Portable, Speed Darlington set to face-off in boxing match April

    A furious Speed Darlington regretted  reaching out, accusing Portable of unnecessary insults and dragging his mother into the fray.

    At the weigh-in, tensions escalated further as Portable boasted about his strength, while Darlington fired back with bold confidence, vowing to take home the winner’s belt.

    “I’ll finish you. Let’s go now! I’ve done it before—I beat Charles Okocha, and I’ll do it again,” he declared.

  • Portable unveils new look, begs Saheed Osupa

    Portable unveils new look, begs Saheed Osupa

    Controversial singer Portable has shaved off his colourful hair and apologised to Fuji musician, Saheed Osupa, after being released from police custody.

    Portable was arrested and charged with criminal defamation, intimidation, inciting public disturbance, and cyberstalking after making defamatory remarks against Osupa during a live Instagram broadcast.

    Following his release, Portable shared a video showcasing his new look and tendered an apology to Osupa, posting a photo of the veteran musician with a heartfelt caption.

    Read Also: I’ll arrest anyone who defames me – Portable

    “God bless you, sir. I’m sorry Baami”, he wrote.

    The apology came after Osupa withdrew the case against Portable, which had led to his arraignment and subsequent remand in custody.

    Portable’s release followed Osupa’s withdrawal of the petition.

  • I’ll arrest anyone who defames me – Portable

    I’ll arrest anyone who defames me – Portable

    Street-hop sensation Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has issued a stern warning to social media users, declaring his intent to take legal action against anyone who defames or disrespects him online.

    In a video shared via his Instagram story, the controversial singer lashed out at his critics, expressing frustration over negative comments and calling for a shift in the way his name is mentioned on social platforms.

    Portable made it clear that he would no longer tolerate slander or online bullying. He urged those who don’t support or celebrate him to simply stop talking about him altogether.

    “If you’re not praising me, don’t mention my name,” he warned.

    Read Also: Comparing me to Portable disrespectful – Terry G

    He said: “Anybody don’t talk good about me now, talk good about me. Say good about me; they have been wicked to me, hence I can decide to also be wicked to anybody; federal government liability on my job enemy; henceforth, I am ready to go to any length to arrest anyone defaming me on this internet. No matter where you are, if you talk badly about me, I will make sure you get arrested. I’m no longer playing nice with anyone,” he said in a series of emotional outbursts.”

    He expressed deep frustration over what he described as longstanding wickedness and negativity from people around him.

    According to him, his recent stance is a response to persistent attacks and misrepresentations on the internet.

  • Saheed Osupa withdraws legal case against Portable 

    Saheed Osupa withdraws legal case against Portable 

    Fuji music icon, Saheed Osupa, has withdrawn his legal case against musician Portable, citing compassion and public pleas.

    The Nation reported on Monday that the Kwara State police had arrested Portable over alleged criminal defamation against Osupa.

    He was accused of threat to life, incitement, character assassination, criminal defamation and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and the use of abusive and insulting words.

    The singer was remanded in a correctional facility after failing to meet bail conditions of N1 million and two sureties, one of whom must be the Chairman of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN).

    In a press statement released by his team, Osupa decided to drop the charges following appeals from prominent Nigerians.

    As part of the withdrawal agreement, Portable is expected to meet certain conditions.

    These include retracting a statement that implied Osupa would be responsible if anything happened to him, confessing to the falsehood of his lawyer’s claim about begging Osupa for forgiveness, and signing an undertaking to refrain from cyberbullying, defamation, and character assassination in the future.

    Read Also: Portable makes U-turn, apologises to Saheed Osupa

    It was gathered that if these conditions are not met, the case may be reinstated. 

    The statement reads in part: “The management of King (Dr.) Saheed Osupa wishes to inform the general public that the legal action previously instituted against Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been formally withdrawn on the instruction of Osupa himself.

    “It is essential to clarify that the legal proceedings were initially initiated by Osupa’s management team in response to what was considered a grave violation of intellectual property rights and an unacceptable pattern of defamation and public misconduct. Hence, the intention was not personal, but to set a precedent that would discourage unruly behavior and promote responsibility, especially among younger artists.

    “However, following heartfelt pleas from several prominent Nigerians and moved by Portable’s plight, following his inability to meet his bail conditions, Osupa gave a personal directive for the immediate withdrawal of the case.

    “As a condition of this withdrawal, Portable is expected to:

    – Retract his statement implying Saheed Osupa should be held responsible if anything happens to him

    – Confess to the falsehood of the public claim of his lawyer, Chief Bar. Isaac Adebayo, about holding Saheed Osupa’s leg begging for forgiveness, because contrary to this claim, Osupa did not even set his eyes on Portable

    – Sign an undertaking to desist from cyberbullying, defamation, and character assassination henceforth.

    “If these conditions are not met, the case may be reinstated”.

  • Comparing me to Portable disrespectful – Terry G

    Comparing me to Portable disrespectful – Terry G

    Musician Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G has warned against comparisons with controversial artist Portable.

    In his tweet on X, Terry G described the comparison as disrespectful, emphasising his consistency and enduring musical legacy.

    He pointed out that his music remains popular and relevant over a decade later, setting him apart from Portable. 

    He wrote: “Comparing me to Portable is disrespectful because I actually have music people listen to 10 years later.”

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    Known for his eclectic and provocative style, Terry G gained popularity with hits like “Akpako” and “Free Madness.”

    Terry G’s music often blends elements of Afrobeats, dancehall, and street-hop, and he has been a polarising figure in the Nigerian music scene due to his lyrics and public persona.

    His music, which combined Galala music with White Garment elements and Hip Hop, carried an eccentricity many fans find in Portable’s music and fashion sense.

    The duo has also collaborated in the past. Portable featured Terry G on his song ‘Ogbafia’ and both appeared on C Prince’s ‘Koba.’