Portable has once again stirred conversation in Nigeria’s music scene with bold claims about his impact on upcoming artists. The singer says he has helped more people in the industry than top stars such as Don Jazzy, Olamide, Wizkid, and Davido. He explained that while many celebrities ignore fans who promote their songs or dance to them, he makes it a point to share and repost positive content about himself. “Many Nigerian celebrities don’t post their fans even if they dance to their songs or promote them. But I repost every positive video about me,” he said.
Portable also clarified what he means by real support in the music industry. According to him, helping someone goes beyond mere exposure or business deals. It includes giving assistance that changes lives — providing shelter, clothing, food, and even paying for a first studio session. He stated, “Help is when you see a homeless person and take them home, shelter them, clothe and feed them. You also take them to their first studio session and pay for it.”
The singer took a jab at other artists, claiming that many who say they support upcoming talent are actually just doing business. “Anything other than that is just business. A lot of the people claiming that they are helping others in the music industry are just doing business,” he added. He also criticized the tendency of some stars to label collaborators ungrateful once they move on independently. “Most of the time, when the artists they are using for business decide to be independent or move forward, they label them ungrateful. How are they ungrateful? You only used them for business,” he questioned.
Portable’s comments have sparked wide reactions across social media, with fans and industry insiders debating what true mentorship and support in the Nigerian music scene should look like. Whether one agrees with his claims or not, the singer has certainly ignited another round of discussion about generosity, recognition, and opportunity in the entertainment world.
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