controversial Nigerian street-hop star Portable is boldly claiming his place at the top of the Afrobeats hierarchy—right behind industry giants Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Olamide.
Taking to Instagram in a dramatic video on July 13, the Zazoo Zeh crooner didn’t mince words: “After Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Olamide, I’m next. I swear to God. Challenge me anywhere, I’m ready!”
With his trademark swagger, Portable—born Habeeb Okikiola—fired back at critics and even issued an open challenge to fellow street act Bella Shmurda, daring him to a musical face-off. “If you know say you sabi, come outside,” he added in his now-viral clip.
Not Just Talk: Portable’s Road to Recognition
While some may dismiss him as a loudmouth, Portable isn’t just making noise—he’s got the receipts to back his claim. Since bursting onto the scene in 2021 with his breakout hit Zazoo Zeh (featuring Olamide), he has consistently remained in the headlines, performing in the U.S., U.K., and major Nigerian cities.
He proudly credits industry icons like Olamide, Wizkid, and Skepta for giving him life-changing boosts early in his career. Yet, he’s quick to call out others who he feels are blocking his shine.
“They fear me. They know if they help me, I’ll blow past them!” Portable claimed in another recent outburst.
Hungry for Legacy, Not Just Fame
With the confidence of a king-in-waiting, Portable believes he’s more than just a viral sensation—he’s a generational talent.
“I make inspirational music. I’m real. People feel me because I speak their language,” he said.
For fans of gritty, unfiltered street anthems, Portable represents the voice of the hustle—and he’s banking on that authenticity to carry him into Afrobeats royalty.
The Verdict?
Love him or hate him, Portable is writing his own script in Nigeria’s dynamic music story—one outburst, one hit song, and one viral moment at a time. Whether his claim to be “next in line” holds true remains to be seen, but one thing’s certain: Portable is not stepping out of the spotlight anytime soon.
