- Street-pop musician Portable has publicly challenged veteran artist Terry G to a one-on-one celebrity boxing bout, asserting that the high-profile match is exactly what the “Free Madness” singer needs to restore his music career.
- During a televised appearance, the controversial singer made bold proclamations about his artistic influence, claiming that no Nigerian musician can achieve a Grammy Award victory without collaborating with him.
- While positioning himself as the founding father of the modern Nigerian celebrity boxing movement, Portable’s in-ring legacy remains mixed following his first career loss to content creator Carter Efe.
Controversial street-pop sensation Habeeb Okikiola, famously recognized across the entertainment industry as Portable, has thrown down a fresh athletic challenge to veteran musician Terry G, calling for a one-on-one celebrity boxing match.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the self-proclaimed “Zazuu” star revealed his intentions during a candid broadcast appearance on the popular Channels Television program Rubbin’ Minds.
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Portable boldly proclaimed that stepping into the squared circle against him would serve as a major career catalyst for Terry G, helping to re-introduce the veteran to a younger demographic and revitalize his fading musical trajectory.
When directly questioned by the show’s host regarding his future athletic aspirations and prospective opponents, Portable immediately singled out the “Free Madness” crooner.
The street-hop artist insisted that his motivations were rooted in a desire to assist the older performer, shadowboxing briefly on camera to demonstrate his physical readiness.
According to Portable, a match between the two naturally energetic and erratic showmen would generate massive public engagement, guaranteeing that the veteran artist would rise back to mainstream conversations and remind the general public of his historic legacy.
Beyond his immediate call-out of Terry G, Portable used the media platform to reflect on his foundational role within the rapidly expanding Nigerian celebrity combat sports landscape.
He explicitly claimed credit for the mainstream commercial viability of celebrity boxing within West Africa, telling the interviewer that he successfully utilized his immense musical influence, massive social media following, and viral reputation to build public interest in local boxing exhibitions from scratch.
The eccentric hitmaker then pivoted to make an even more audacious declaration regarding his musical value and international standing.
He stated flatly that no Nigerian contemporary artist, regardless of their current global reach or label backing, can successfully secure a prestigious Grammy Award moving forward without featuring him on a track.
This statement aligns with his long-standing public persona, which relies heavily on unshakeable self-confidence, theatrical public outbursts, and viral confrontations to maintain a permanent spot in pop culture headlines.
Portable first made his official entry into the celebrity boxing arena in December 2023, where he secured a highly publicized decision victory over notable Nollywood actor Charles Okocha after a lengthy online feud.
He followed that initial success by clinching a technical knockout victory against eccentric rapper Speed Darlington, a match that ended abruptly after Darlington sustained a severe shoulder injury in the ring.
However, Portable’s unblemished combat record was shattered during an event when he suffered a unanimous decision loss to popular internet comedian and skit maker Carter Efe.
Despite that setback, Portable is currently fully focused on redeeming his fighting legacy.
He is booked to face Charles Okocha in a highly anticipated grudge rematch at the upcoming event in Lagos.
By adding Terry G to his list of potential future targets, Portable continues to ensure that his dual identity as a musical entertainer and a combat sports personality remains central to the Nigerian entertainment discourse.
