- He further explained that his idea of “help” goes beyond business interactions
- Portable criticised artistes who refuse to acknowledge or repost content from their fans
- The singer condemned industry figures who, he claimed, exploit rising talents and later brand them “ungrateful.”
Singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has stirred fresh controversy after declaring that he has contributed more to uplifting people in the entertainment industry than some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Zazu crooner argued that while many celebrities distance themselves from fans and upcoming artistes, he constantly supports emerging talents and people in need.
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Portable criticized artists who refuse to acknowledge or repost content from their fans, insisting that he regularly shares videos that promote him.
He added that while many popular musicians demand large fees before featuring on songs, he has offered assistance to several aspiring artistes without expecting payment.
He further explained that his idea of “help” goes beyond business interactions.
According to him, true support involves providing food, shelter, clothing, and even sponsoring studio sessions for individuals who have nowhere else to turn.
The singer condemned industry figures who, he claimed, exploit rising talents and later brand them “ungrateful” when they become independent.
He insisted that many such relationships are purely transactional, not acts of generosity.
Portable maintained that his contributions both within and beyond music have impacted more lives than the efforts of renowned stars like Don Jazzy, Olamide, Wizkid, and Davido.
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