Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has again drawn attention after openly criticising fellow artist Mavo, the singer behind the track Shakabulizzy. The comments, shared in a video on Portable’s social media page, have quickly become a major topic within Nigeria’s entertainment space.
In the video, Portable reacted to a clip of Mavo performing with a live band. He questioned Mavo’s vocal ability and suggested that the performance exposed weaknesses often hidden in studio recordings. According to him, the live setting showed a heavy dependence on digital enhancement rather than natural talent.
Portable also addressed celebrities who associate with or collaborate with Mavo. He accused them of supporting artists he described as overhyped, instead of promoting performers he believes have genuine talent. He argued that industry support should be based on strong live performance and vocal skill.
During the criticism, Portable compared Mavo to artists signed under his own label. He claimed that his signees possess stronger singing abilities and would perform better in a live band setting. He described Mavo’s performance as poor and questioned his understanding of live instrumentation.
“Mavo uses auto-tune. I’ve been seeing some celebrities associating and collaborating with you. You now went to do a live band. Is that how to perform? Even my signees sing better than you,” Portable said.
He continued by criticising the quality of the performance and the role of established artists in promoting emerging acts. “Your live performance is shambolic. That’s not how to use a live band. I blame the superstars who overlook real talents and support overhyped wack artists,” he added.
As of the time of publication, Mavo has not responded to Portable’s remarks. The silence has left fans and industry observers watching closely to see whether the singer will address the criticism.
Portable is widely known for his outspoken nature and frequent public clashes within the Nigerian music industry. His latest comments add to a series of controversial statements that continue to keep him in the headlines, while also fuelling ongoing debates about talent, live performance standards, and industry support in Nigerian music.
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