Portable the street-savvy artist

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In an unexpected twist, the serene day of Nigerian Afrobeats singer Buju BNXN took a dramatic turn when his counterpart, Portable, unleashed a sudden verbal jab. On March 10, Portable, the street-savvy artist, boldly asserted his dominance over the Gwagwalada hitmaker, claiming to be “faster, bigger.” This unanticipated declaration set the stage for a social media showdown between the two musicians.

Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, strategically used his online platform to showcase his perceived superiority over Buju BNXN, following a recent clash with Afrobeats icon Davido. The controversial artist confidently asserted his elevated status within the music realm, boasting about surpassing the stature of the renowned Kenkele singer.

Backing his audacious claim, Portable the street-savvy artist, presented evidence in the form of a screenshot displaying the stark contrast in their follower counts. As of the latest report, Buju boasts 1.9 million followers, while Portable commands a more substantial audience with 2.6 million. Accompanying this numerical proof, Portable delivered a provocative statement: “Bojuboju Am faster bigger than buju if Grace work for you them go talk say na juju my face show pass your face.”

Portable’s Bold Claim Ignites Social Media Frenzy: Fans Erupt in Debate Over Musical Prowess, Drawing Parallels to Davido, as Controversy Fuels Artist’s Soaring Popularity

A picture combination of Buju BNXN, Portable and Davido

The social media sphere erupted with reactions from fans, each expressing their opinions on Portable’s bold declaration. vs__lavish101 exclaimed, “This one done crazy before,” while iamemexapalara acknowledged the claim, adding a subtle disclaimer, “Where is the lie but not by followers sha.” The diverse range of responses showcased the polarizing impact of Portable’s statement, sparking discussions about his prowess compared to Buju BNXN and even drawing parallels between Portable and Davido’s musical abilities.

As the controversy unfolded, fans found themselves engaged in a lively debate, with each comment reflecting the dynamism and competitive spirit prevalent in the Nigerian music scene. In the midst of this online clash, Portable’s prominence continued to rise, further fueled by the recent accolades garnered from his collaboration with Skepta, reaching new milestones in the ever-evolving landscape of Afrobeat music.