Portable
16 Dec
A concerned Yoruba group, Kaaro Oojiire Omo Oodua Foundation (KOOOF), has called on popular musician, Okikiola Badmus (aka Portable), not to defame the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III or any Yoruba traditional stool. The group's reaction is coming on recent development between Portable and an estranged wife of the late Alaafin,…
30 Nov
Having headlined Nigeria’s first-ever celebrity boxing match organised by lottery outfit, Awalife Nigeria Limited, where he squared off against Charles Okocha, music star, Habib Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been announced as the latest brand ambassador to the lottery outfit. Speaking on the decision to bring Portable on board, Awalife spokesperson, Prince Jothan said:…
8 Nov
Popular Nigerian street-hop sensation, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, claimed he has more hit songs than Grammy Award winner Burna Boy. During a TikTok Live session on Thursday, November 7, 2024, the 30-year-old didn’t hold back, confidently stating that he has outpaced Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, in producing hit…
19 Sep
Nigerian singer Portable and rapper Ice Prince recently sparked a wave of online buzz after a heartwarming encounter at Ikeja Airport. In a video shared by Portable's aide on Instagram, the Zazu crooner was seen embracing the veteran rapper before showering him with praises. Portable expressed his admiration for Ice Prince, noting his loyalty and…
16 Sep
Controversial Nigerian singer, Portable, has lamented after meeting the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over the weekend. The singer, who was in the state for a show, encountered Obi in Benin while the former Anambra governor was there to support Olumide Akpata, the party's gubernatorial candidate. In a now-viral video, Portable is seen…
13 Sep
Nigerian street pop sensation Portable has expanded his family once again with the birth of his third daughter with Nollywood actress Ashabi Simple. Portable took to social media to share the joyous news, expressing his gratitude to God for blessing his family with another beautiful addition. “ZAzuu With a heart full of joy, we welcome…
10 Sep
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola popularly known in music circles as Portable has said he can be president. In a recent interview with Quincy Jones, Portable said, “I can be president.” The singer also claimed that Fela's constant political activism led to his early death. READ ALSO: How Zlatan Ibile caused rift between Davido and I — Portable…
10 Sep
Controversial street pop star Portable has revealed the reason behind his falling out with Afrobeats superstar Davido. In a recent interview on Echo Room, Portable revealed that Zlatan Ibile played a role in the rift between him and Davido. Earlier this year, Portable met up with Davido in the United States, and the two artistes…
31 Aug
Popular Nigerian musician, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has claimed that he has secured a 10-year Canada work visa. Portable made the claim in a video posted on Instagram on Friday. Showing off the visa he had received, Portable said that he can now perform his shows in Canada. “Alhamdulilahi 🙏 CEO DR ZEHNATION…
8 Jun
Street hop star Habeeb Okikiola Badmus popularly known as Portable has crafted a new single titled Ogbanje, which he dedicated to
2 Jun
Nigerian controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been named the Godfather of the Omotosho Single Mothers Association (OSMA). Portable's appointment was announced by the association on Saturday and has since generated social media buzz due to Portable's past controversies. The Omotosho Single Mothers Association (OSMA) is an association dedicated to supporting women…
18 May
Afro-pop artiste, Portable aka Zazzu, is in police net for what is now an alleged OBT(Obtaining By Trick) crime after allegedly refusing to
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