Fresh off his release from custody, controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has inserted himself into the ongoing debate about Afrobeat supremacy with a bold new declaration.
The Self-Proclamation
In a viral video currently trending on social media, the “Zazoo Zeh” hitmaker confidently compared himself to the late legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Dismissing the status of other heavyweights in the industry, he argued that his influence remains unmatched.
He stated:
“I’m the newborn Fela. If you say you’re bigger than Fela, then I’m bigger than you. Nobody blow reach me.”
Timing is Everything
Portable’s outburst comes at the height of a heated online feud between Wizkid and Seun Kuti regarding Fela’s legacy. By positioning himself as the “newborn” version of the icon, the singer has successfully diverted some of the attention to himself, proving once again his knack for staying in the headlines.
Netizens React
The comparison has sparked a flurry of reactions. While some users were amused by his relentless confidence, noting that “Portable no dey ever disappoint,” others marveled at the sheer “audacity” of the claim.