- Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, expressed disappointment following a recent encounter with Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi.
- The artist, who is controversial, met with Obi in Benin City, Edo State, where they exchanged pleasantries.
- A viral video depicts Portable expressing disappointment over Obi’s lack of payment during their encounter.
Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, widely recognized as Portable, has voiced his dissatisfaction following a recent meeting with Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party and former Governor of Anambra State.
The controversial artist encountered Obi in Benin City, Edo State, where they exchanged greetings.
A video from this meeting, which has gained significant attention online, features Portable expressing his discontent regarding Obi’s failure to provide him with any financial support during their interaction.
In his characteristic forthright style, Portable drew a comparison between Obi and President Bola Tinubu, asserting that the current president would have offered him something had they met.
In the footage, Portable remarked, “Obi cannot give us anything. Obi didn’t give us anything. If it was Tinubu we met, he would have given us something. Let’s go.”
In other news, Fireboy DML expressed his admiration for veteran artist Wande Coal and the important role he has played in his music journey.
During a recent episode of the “Is This Seat Taken” podcast, Fireboy recalled his first meeting with Wande Coal, describing it as a “dream come true.”
He noted that being around Wande Coal fills him with a sense of wonder, emphasizing the deep influence the singer has had on him over the years.
Fireboy said:
“It was a dream at first meeting Wande Coal. I become a child when he is around. He is a legend. So that [meeting him] was a blessing and a surreal moment.”
Fireboy DML acknowledged Wande Coal as a key figure in his decision to pursue music, recognizing the significant influence Wande had on his artistic journey.
He also honored Wande by dedicating a track called ‘Wande’s Song’ to him on his fourth album, ‘Adedamola.’
In other news, Nigerian artist Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan, widely recognized as Fireboy DML, has disclosed his preferred midnight snack.
In a recent discussion on the show “Is This Seat Taken?”, the “Peru” hitmaker expressed that his favorite food to consume at precisely 3 a.m. is Eba, asserting that it is the quintessential choice for a Yoruba individual.
During the interview, the host challenged his assertion, claiming that a true Yoruba man would opt for ‘Amala’ instead of ‘Eba.’
Fireboy DML firmly disagreed, maintaining that a genuine Yoruba man would choose Eba at any hour, thus reinforcing his argument.
At one point, the host sought assistance from the media team regarding her debate with Fireboy, even threatening to dismiss them if they sided with the artist. In response, he humorously offered to compensate them.
