Street-hop sensation, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has beaten fellow entertainer Speed Darlington in a celebrity boxing match held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Lagos, on April 18, 2025.
In a spectacle that had fans glued to their screens and social media timelines buzzing, Portable delivered a thunderous first-round during a much-hyped match.
The bout, billed as a clash of egos, turned into a one-man show as Portable wasted no time asserting dominance in the ring. What was expected to be a drawn-out duel became a swift demolition, with Speed Darlington hitting the canvas before the crowd had even settled.
But the real knockout came after the match — in the form of a ₦20 million cash gift from none other than Grammy Award-winning superstar Burna Boy. Portable took to Instagram with his signature blend of street flair and gratitude, saying:
“₦20 million from @burnaboygram. If you wanna be like Odogwu, can you do like Odogwu? God bless your family.”
This wasn’t just a random act of generosity — it was layered with industry subtext. The tension that led up to the boxing face-off began when Speed Darlington invited Portable to perform at his upcoming show. Portable declined the offer, unapologetically naming a ₦20 million performance fee, which spiraled into a public spat and eventually, a gloves-on brawl.
Behind the scenes, Burna Boy’s involvement in the drama adds even more spice. The African Giant and Speed Darlington have a history of animosity, with the latter being detained in late 2024 after Burna Boy filed a defamation and cyberstalking complaint against him. So, Burna’s post-fight gift to Portable is being seen by many as more than just a tip — it’s a statement.
With this win, Portable hasn’t just added a W to his name — he’s cemented his brand as both unpredictable and unmissable. The event has stirred intense reactions online, as fans debate the blurred lines between beef, branding, and entertainment.
From a declined gig to a first-round KO and a ₦20M payoff, Portable’s rise from the trenches to trending charts — and now the boxing ring — continues to be the wildest ride in Nigerian pop culture.
