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  • You’re a failure, I dont collaborate with failures – Portable blasts Bella Shmurda

    You’re a failure, I dont collaborate with failures – Portable blasts Bella Shmurda

    Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has blasted his colleague Bella Shmurda following the remarks he made during an interview on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast.

    Trouble started when Shmurda, during an appearance on the ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask‘ podcast hosted by Isbae U, revealed why he wouldn’t work with Portable.

    He cited a lack of musical compatibility and a desire to steer clear of drama.

    “I just don’t see the connection in the music. I don’t want wahala, I want peace,” Shmurda stated.

    Portable responded with a scathing video on Instagram, referring to Bella Shmurda as a “failure” who can’t afford him.

    He bragged about his global presence, highlighting his visits to America and London, and claimed Bella Shmurda could never match his level of fame and influence. “Anytime you wan do an interview, don’t mention my name again. You can’t feature me? I have been to America, London. No be who first blow o, na who dey blow dey go. Which connection wan join me and you? You are a failure. I no dey roll or do music with failures.”

  • Portable recounts ‘bitter’ experience after meeting Peter Obi for the first time

    Portable recounts ‘bitter’ experience after meeting Peter Obi for the first time

    Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has recounted his experience after meeting 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi for the first time.

    According to Portable, the former Anambra governor only gave him a handshake. The singer also added that Obi was flying economy while he was in first class.

    The  ‘Zazu’ crooner, added that the situation would have been different if it was President Bola Tinubu, stressing that he would have probably received ‘bundles’.

    He said, “The day I saw Peter Obi, all I got was a handshake. I was flying first class while he was in economy. If it was Tinubu, he would have gifted me bundles”.

  • How Portable survived not going to jail over assault, pays N30k fine

    How Portable survived not going to jail over assault, pays N30k fine

    Controversial singer artiste Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, escaped a three-month jail, after paying the N30,000 fine prescribed by the court.

    The Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo-led court sitting in Ifo, in Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Tuesday sentenced Portable to three months’ imprisonment for assault, with an option of a N30,000 fine.

    The Police Prosecutor, Inspector Olumide Awoleke, had informed the court that Okikiola committed the offence on November 18, 2022 at about 11:00 hrs in Okeosa, Ilogbo, within the Ifo Magisterial District.

    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.”

    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.

    It will be recalled that Portable was earlier arraigned before the Magistrate Court in April 2023 on a three-count charge bordering on assault and theft of a musical instrument, under charge sheet No. MIF/192C/2023.

    The singer was initially granted bail in the sum of N300,000 with two sureties from his immediate family.

    However, he was said to have been brought before the court last Thursday after failing to appear for some time.

    He was then remanded in the state Correctional Service and brought back to court on Tuesday when the judgment was delivered.

  • Singer Portable sentenced to three months imprisonment

    Singer Portable sentenced to three months imprisonment

    An Ogun State Chief Magistrate Court, sitting in Ifo Local Government Area, has sentenced controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, to three months in prison with an option of a ₦30,000 fine.

    The judgment, delivered by Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo, found Portable guilty of Counts 1 and 2. He sentenced the defendant to one month’s imprisonment with an option of a ₦10,000 fine for Count 1 and two months’ imprisonment with an option of a ₦20,000 fine for Count 2.

    It would be recalled that the musician was arrested in March 2023 following an altercation with a police inspector. According to the Police Prosecutor, Inspector Olumide Awoleke, Portable physically attacked the police officer and obstructed officers who were attempting to serve him with an arrest warrant.

    The charge sheet revealed that on November 18, 2022, at approximately 11:00 am in Okeosa, Ilogbo, within the Ifo Magisterial District, Portable, along with others now at large, conspired to commit felony, including assault and theft.

    The charge sheet reads, “That you, Badmus Habeeb Okikiola, aka 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 felony, to wit: assault, and thereby committed an offense 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 (male) by beating him all over his body, thereby committing an offense contrary to and punishable under Section 351 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State of Nigeria 2006.

    “That you, Badmus Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, on various occasions in the year 2022, at Okeosa, Ilogbo, within the Ifo Magisterial District, did steal some musical equipment, including a Yamaha H55 studio monitor, a complete Studio 2 interface connection cable, and an AKG P420 condenser, thereby committing an offense contrary to Sections 384 and 383 and punishable under Section 390 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State, Nigeria, 2006.”

  • Portable splashes millions on new Ford F-150 after fierce fight with Speed Darlington

    Portable splashes millions on new Ford F-150 after fierce fight with Speed Darlington

    In a grand display of gratitude and celebration, Nigerian singer Portable recently took to his Instagram page to share his latest acquisition – a brand-new Ford F-150.

    The purchase was made possible in part by a generous gift of N20 million from Burna Boy, which Portable received after emerging victorious in a celebrity boxing match against Speed Darlington.

    The boxing match, which was held in Lagos, was a highly anticipated event that pitted Portable against Speed Darlington, a celebrity often at odds with Burna Boy. Portable’s win was met with widespread acclaim, and the N20 million gift from Burna Boy was a token of appreciation for his victory.

    To purchase the Ford F-150, Portable added some of his own money to the gift, demonstrating his commitment to investing in luxury vehicles. The singer has a well-documented love for high-end cars, and his collection already includes a Range Rover and a G-Wagon.

    In his Instagram caption, Portable expressed his gratitude to God for his blessings, advising his fans who are struggling financially to turn to God. He emphasized God’s love and steady guidance in his life, stating, “If you no get call God. Zazuu God loves me. Na God dey run am steadily.”

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  • Burna Boy: Portable gets N20 million for defeating Speed Darlington in boxing match

    Burna Boy: Portable gets N20 million for defeating Speed Darlington in boxing match

    Controversial Nigerian recording artiste, Portable whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola has taken to social media to laud Grammy award winner, Burna Boy after he fulfilling the N20 million vow he promised should he defeat content creator and singer, Speed Darlington in a boxing match.

    On Friday, April 18, Portable and Darlington were involved in a boxing match that saw the former defeat his opponent by a fine margin.

    Following his success at the exhibition match, Portable mentioned a new video that surfaced online that Burna has gifted him the sum of N20 million as promised.

    Following the release of the video, Portable shared another post on Instagram to laud Burna Boy.

    He wrote, “20 million from @burnaboygram”.

    He continued, “if you wanna be like Odogwu, can you do like Odogwu?”

    He added, “God bless your family.”

  • Portable knocks out Speed Darlington, breaks his hand during boxing match (video)

    Portable knocks out Speed Darlington, breaks his hand during boxing match (video)

    Controversial Nigerian singer Portable knocked out his colleague, Speed Darlington, during a boxing match on Friday night at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos.

    TheNewGuru reports that  singers were scheduled to face off in “Chaos In The Ring,” a highly anticipated fight that followed a weigh-in session that nearly escalated into violence.

    Both artists exchanged verbal insults and punches before being separated by bouncers.

    The fight, which was held on Saturday morning, saw the two celebrities throw punches at each other.

    In the first round, the zazoo-zeh crooner threw several calculated punches, breaking Speed Darlington’s hand. Portable, later emerged victorious after knocking out Darlington in the second round.

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    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.

    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 as he tenders public apology to Saheed Osupa

    Portable unveils new look as he tenders public apology to Saheed Osupa

    Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has taken social media to show off his new look as he tenders a heartfelt apology to Fuji music icon Saheed Osupa following his release from a correctional facility in Kwara State.

    The singer in a video shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday evening, wore a clean-shaven head appearance while expressing remorse to the musician.

    “God bless you, sir. I am sorry, Bami,” he wrote, acknowledging his missteps and showing appreciation.

    It would be recalled that Saheed Osupa, the renowned Fuji musician, in a surprising turn of events on Tuesday announced the discontinuation of the legal action against fellow musician Portable.

    Recall,  the Kwara State Police Command had detained the singer over allegations including criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace.

    The lawsuit was initiated by Osupa’s management team  alleged intellectual property rights violations and defamation.

    According to Osupa’s team, the objective of the lawsuit was to set a precedent that would promote responsibility among artists, particularly younger ones. However, following emotional appeals from prominent figures, including Alhaji Ahmad Lawal and Saheed Ibile, Osupa  decided to drop the case.

    Osupa’s team highlighted: “Please note that this decision is driven by compassion and the hope that this moment will serve as a turning point in Portable’s life and career, as Osupa believes that while accountability is essential, mercy, too, is a pillar of leadership. He hopes that Portable will seize this opportunity for reflection, growth, and transformation.”

  • Saheed Osupa prevents re-arrest of Portable in Ilorin

    Saheed Osupa prevents re-arrest of Portable in Ilorin

    Nigeria fuji icon, Saheed Akorede popularly known as Osupa, on Tuesday prevented the re-arrest of Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable after another petition surfaced against him.

    The legendary Fuji musician discontinued his case against Portable on Tuesday following an appeal by prominent Nigerians to settle the matter out of court.

    In a new development, Mr Yemi George, Managing Director of Starwood Hotels Ilorin, told NAN on Tuesday that Osupa prevailed on him not to re-arrest Portable after collecting the sum of N6.3m for a show that he did not perform.

    “I have obtained every necessary document to re-arrest him today (Tuesday) in order to refund my money but out of respect for the legendary fuji musician (Osupa) , he prevailed on me not to.

    “My company, Starwood Hotels O2 Arena in collaboration with the leadership of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) put an event together for Portable to perform but he never did” George said.

    According to a document obtained by NAN, titled Petition for fraudulent and obtaining by false pretense the sum of N6.3m, the petitioners said they entered agreement with Portable on July 22, 2024, which he never respected.

    According to the petition, Portable was paid N6.3m to perform at the ‘Kwara Tampan Fiesta’ on Sept. 29, 2024, but failed to appear on stage at the agreed-upon time.

    Despite arriving over 16 hours late, he allegedly sneaked out of his hotel lodge without fulfilling his promise to perform.

    The petitioners claim that Portable’s actions caused significant financial loss and distress, and they are seeking a thorough investigation, prosecution, and restitution of the N6,300,000 allegedly obtained through fraudulent means.

    The petition was signed by Chief Olu Amusan, Governor, TAMPAN and Ayodele Demokun on behalf of Starwood Hotels 02 Arena

    Recall that the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Kwara command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, had in a statement on Sunday confirmed the arrest of Portable following a petition received from Osupa.

    The petition borders on serious allegations which includes criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, character assassination, conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and the use of abusive and insulting words.

  • Nigeria’s controversial singer, Portable remanded in jail

    Nigeria’s controversial singer, Portable remanded in jail

    An Upper Area Court in Ilorin, Kwara, has remanded controversial Nigerian singer, Badmus Okikiola, popularly called Portable,  in the Oke-Kura Correctional Centre.

    Portable was on Monday, arraigned before the Kwara Upper Area Court in Ilorin, charged with criminal defamation.

    NAN gathered that Portable was dragged to court following the petition of a famous Fuji music star, Okunola Saheed fondly called Osupa.

    In the Police First Information Report (FIR),the Fuji music star accused Portable of criminal defamation, criminal intimidation, inciting public disturbance and cyberstalking.

    Osupa further accused Portable of making live stream video to abuse him.

    According to him, the defendant dented his personality by claiming that he removed the former’s music from Apple Music and Spotify which would have generated  income for him.

    The government prosecutor, Abubakar Issa urged the court to remand Portable in the correctional facility pending police investigation of the matter.

    Counsel to Portable, Mr Isaac Adebayo, urged the court to discountenance the submission of the prosecutor, adding that the police would not have arraigned his client if they had not concluded their investigations.

    He informed the court that his client was granted administrative bail on April 14 by the police, maintaining that Portable was a public figure with a traceable address and would make himself available for trial if admitted to bail.

    Adebayo said he premised his argument on Sections 172 (1) and 165 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law, adding that critical appraisal of the sections of the law may guide the court to admit his client to bail.

    The judge, Mr Sunday Adeniyi, in his short ruling, admitted Portable to bail in the sum of N1 million, and with two sureties.

    He said that one of the sureties must be chairman of PMAN and must have a landed property at  the GRA .

    The judge adjourned the matter until April 30, for further mention.

    The defendant, however did not meet the bail condition and was remanded in Oke-kura Correctional centre Ilorin, pending the time he perfects his bail condition.