Portable, a singer known for his controversial nature, has a notable fondness for receiving financial gifts from others, and his recent encounter with Peter Obi was no exception, as he eagerly accepted money from the politician.
According to Naija traffic, controversial singer Portable publicly expressed disappointment after meeting Labor Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benin City, lamenting that Obi didn’t offer him any financial compensation.
In a video clip, Portable unfavorably compared Obi to President Tinubu, suggesting that Tinubu would have given him money if they had met.
Portable’s remarks sparked backlash, with many criticizing his entitled attitude and expectation of handouts from prominent figures.
One SS1cashofficial wrote, “Is he a beggar of an artiste?
One Saint_Ndoo wrote, “How did you people make this person a celebrity
One Mayorsoj wrote, “Peter Obi’s campaign slogan should be “We no dey give shi shi”
One Trenches_Kitchen wrote, “We no dey give shishi. Have you forgotten our slogan
One Aproko Zone wrote, “I have never seen a more entitled nuisance and a waste of spotlight like this social cretin. Must everybody give you something?
One Abayomi wrote, “Portable anywhere belle face
One Garbage Gunner wrote, “Beggar dey beginning anywhere, anybody, anytime”.
Since gaining fame, Portable has had the privilege of meeting various high-profile individuals, including esteemed traditional and cultural figures.
Notably, in 2022, he met with the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, who was so impressed with Portable that he generously gifted him a large sum of money, expressing regret that he wouldn’t have given more if informed of the visit beforehand.
Additionally, Portable demonstrated humility and respect by paying a courtesy visit to legendary Fuji musician Kollington Ayinla, where he prostrated himself in reverence, accompanied by his crew members, showcasing his admiration for the veteran artist.
Portable has continued to expand his social circle, visiting influential figures such as former NURTW chairman, MC Oluomo, at his home last year. MC Oluomo shared clips of the unexpected visit, praising Portable’s thought-provoking views on his music and events, which left him feeling motivated.
Earlier this year, Portable had a chance encounter with Tiwa Savage in London, where he affectionately referred to her as his “godmother” and lavished praise on her, calling her the “Ogbanje of Africa” and the “number one in Africa”, expressing his thrill at meeting her.
