Portable Sparks Controversy: ‘Wizkid, Olamide, Davido, Burna Boy Lie A Lot

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has accused Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Davido, Olamide and Burna Boy of exaggerating the value of their jewellery and placing undue pressure on emerging artistes.

In a video shared on his social media page, the Zazu crooner alleged that the music heavyweights have deliberately hindered the growth of younger musicians in the industry.

According to Portable, the four artistes have dominated the Nigerian music scene for more than a decade and have created barriers preventing new superstars from rising.

He urged his senior colleagues to stop intimidating upcoming artistes through constant displays of wealth, warning that he would continue to call them out if they failed to change.

“Wizkid, Olamide, Davido and Burna Boy have been on top for over 10 years and are blocking the way for other artistes,” Portable said. “They also lie a lot. They can claim they bought a chain for one billion dollars when it may have been given to them for free.”

Meanwhile, Portable has declared himself the modern-day reincarnation of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.

In another video, the singer compared himself to the late music icon, insisting that no contemporary artiste measures up to him. He also took a swipe at Wizkid, who has previously been described by fans as the “new Fela.”

“Wizkid said he’s the new Fela—has he ever been to prison?” Portable said. “I am the Tony Montana of London. If you say you’re bigger than Fela, have you faced real hardship? Have you been to prison? Has life dealt with you before?”

He further boasted about his life experiences, claiming they set him apart from his peers.

“I am bigger than you. I’ve been to prison more times. I faced it, I was implicated, I spent money and my body,” he added.