Portable Insulted Olamide — See How Olamide Fired Back and Regrets Helping Him | Latest Naija entertainment news

 

If una dey follow every gist for Naija music scene, you don hear about how controversial street‑hop star Portable (Habeeb Okikiola) don scatter social media with hot takes — especially as e concern Olamide (Baddo). The drama between Portable and Olamide don become one of the major "Naija celebrity scandals 2025", shaking a lot of heads across fans and industry players. In this article, we go unpack the full gist: how portable insulted Olamide, how Olamide responded — or faked response — and why many people believe Portable will soon regret ever dragging the rap veteran. We go dey break am down sharp‑sharp, with reactions, commentary and gist wey sure pass gossip — straight Naija style.

Their History & Why This Beef Matters

The Zazuu Zeh Connection

• Portable first burst onto mainstream radar in 2021 when he dropped “Zazuu Zeh,” a single that featured Olamide and dancer Poco Lee. That collaboration turned Portable into a widespread name almost overnight. Many believed Olamide — as senior rapper and industry giant — gave Portable big leverage. 

• In early interviews, Portable even credited Olamide for “paving the way” for him. He admitted that before the collab he dey hustle, performing for little money, and that Olamide gave him a shot. 

So far, so good; but as we know, relationships for the music industry no be forever hugging.

Grievances Begin: “He only helped me halfway”

Portable later claimed say Olamide “only helped me halfway.” His beef began publicly when he said that although Olamide gave him a verse on “Zazuu Zeh,” the rapper never signed him, never offered proper management, and later allegedly snatched away his producer, dancer, and promoter. 
According to Portable, while Olamide gave exposure, the lack of further support left him stranded — making him feel abandoned after the initial hype. 

Portable Fires Major Shots in 2025

Recently (November 2025), the whole thing blow‑up again. Portable no hold back as he dragged Olamide with heavy words on social media. 

Key Claims by Portable

• Portable publicly declared that Olamide will “regret not signing me to YBNL.” He emphasized say despite Olamide’s fame and influence, the rapper’s decision to not sign or seriously support him would one-day backfire. 

• He wrote, “Zazuu, I am blessed internationally, I get fan base,” making clear he believes his rise no depend on Olamide anymore. 

• Portable even invoked another collaborator — UK rapper Skepta — as his “helper,” claiming Skepta gave him more support than Olamide ever did. 

• He also complained bitterly that when Olamide recently held a sold-out concert at London’s OVO Wembley Arena, Olamide didn’t even reply his messages, nor invite him despite their history on “Zazuu Zeh.” 

In short, Portable is saying: “You showed me small love, I want bigger; if no sign me, you go regret.”

Social Media & Public Reaction: Between Empathy and Shade

As expected, Portable’s rant triggered viral reactions — some siding with him, others roasting him for “ingratitude.” 

What Some People Say

• On X / Instagram, many tagged Portable as “ingrate” — recalling how it was Olamide who first gave him a major boost. One comment read:

  “That Olamide did for you with that verse alone is enough … and yes it’s best how he disassociated himself from you.” 

• Others, however, argue Portable has a point: some warned that “not everybody Olamide helps go blow,” and perhaps Portable’s anger stems from genuine frustration — after all, not everybody gets the same success after a collab with a big star. 

The Industry View

• Some insiders believe the whole spat is symptomatic of larger issues in Naija music culture: many big artists tend to sign smaller artistes, give a feature or two — then leave them to survive on their own without mentorship or structure. Portable’s complaints highlight that system.

• Others think Portable is playing the drama game — using controversy to stay in media trending, especially if his recent songs or projects no dey make as much waves as “Zazuu Zeh.”

 Why This Matter for Naija Music & Celebrity Culture

This drama no be just ordinary beef — e carry lessons and reflect certain realities for upcoming artistes and collaboration culture in Nigeria:

1. The Mirage of “Feature Fame”

A feature with a big artiste like Olamide fits fast hype, but na only feature no be guarantee of long-term support. Portable’s case show many upcoming stars easily forget say after the hype fade, na your own hustle go matter.

2. Mental Load of “Street‑Hop Culture + Stardom”

Portable come from street‑hop roots — “perform for N200,” sabi hustle. When light shine, the expectations and pressure dey heavy. If help no continue, frustration fit come quick.

3. The Risk of Burning Bridges

Calling out a big name like Olamide publicly? That na major risk. If Portable dey for the inside of the industry — event promoters, concert organizers, labels — this kind talk fit block him. Some people reason say maybe Portable go soon regret this fire hey dey spray.

4. Reflection of How Fans and Street Dem React to “Gratitude vs Ambition”

Fans themselves split: some believe Portable suppose dey grateful — some believe him hustle deserve recognition. This drama trigger debate about whether artistes should always pay homage to benefactors, or fight for their worth.

How Olamide (So Far) Has Reacted — Or Not Reacted

So far, Olamide remain silent — no official public clap-back. But there are indirect signs:

• He omitted Portable from his sold-out London show’s lineup, even though they share the same hit song. 

• No public statement or response, leading many to think say omo, he don move on — priorities don change.

• Meanwhile, another artiste Asake (rumoured former YBNL signee) dropped a new single in 2025 where he gave shout-outs to Olamide. Fans see that as subtle jab at Portable — like to show loyalty where e still dey collected. 

In nut shell: Olamide let silence do the talking. Silence + snub fit turn stronger than words for him.

My Take: Will Portable Regret This Move?

From where I dey seat, e strong make Portable calm down small and think through before e chatter more. Here’s why I believe he might regret the way he dey handle this:

• Industry shows no loyalty — for many promoters or labels, “big name” + image + security matter. Burning bridge with one senior artiste fit block many opportunities.

• Market value dey shift. Once Portable dey seen as “troublemaker,” some stakeholders fit shy away from am. Na guts + talent still matter, but na management + stability dey give long-term retention.

• Fame wey come quick fit fade quick too if no consistent output. If Portable think say hype alone go sustain him — dem go soon forget. He need structure, brand, strategy.

On the other hand, I fit also see where Portable dey. As upcoming artiste, after you don shine small, you no go want stay small forever. If you feel say person only use you, you fit want speak that truth. But how you speak am matter — public drag fit sting more than benefit.

Case Study: What This Means for Young Artists Coming Up

As person wey dey watch every gig, every collabo, this portable vs Olamide drama dey give valid lessons to younger artistes wey dey hustle for Naija music industry:

• Don’t rely solely on features: Collab with big name fit give temporary shine — but no guarantee long‑term success. Work on your craft, brand, marketing.

• Have management or support system: If big artiste sign you, you still need people to handle bookings, image, contracts. Don’t expect artiste to do everything.

• Be wary of public outbursts: Social media ranting fit trend you, but e fit also kill your image long-term. Timing and tone matter.

• Gratitude & strategy matter together: Appreciate every help you get, but also know your worth. Balance is key.

 Breakdown: Timeline of Their Saga

When / Year	Event / Comment	Significance
2021	Portable drops “Zazuu Zeh” featuring Olamide & Poco Lee	Big breakout — Olamide gives him major exposure
2022–2023	Portable says he used to perform for N200 before Olamide helped him	Public gratitude — shows he recognised boost
2024	Portable claims Olamide “only helped halfway” — says he expected more than a feature	Seeds of resentment begin
Early 2025	Portable accuses Olamide of snatching his producer, dancer, promoter	Things escalate, beef becomes public
Feb 2025	Portable mocks Olamide amid Asake drama, claims Olamide abandoned him	Beef gets wider attention
Nov 25, 2025	Portable threatens “You will regret not signing me to YBNL”; rants on social media	Full-blown public call-out, fresh controversy
Nov 26 2025	Portable complains say Olamide snubbed him for London sold-out show at OVO Wembley	Strong sign Olamide done move; Portable feels betrayed publicly

What This Says About Naija Music Culture in 2025

The Portable–Olamide affair na typical example of patterns we dey see often for Nigerian music:

• Many artistes rise fast after one hit, but the industry still lack consistent support structures (management, mentorship, mental health, career planning).

• Collabs often viewed as favour or stepping stones, but seldom as long-term partnerships. Once dem no immediately yield dividends, old collegues dey drop each other.

• Social media now amplify every grievance — making personal rifts into public drama. That fit benefit hits, but also burn reputations.

• Younger artistes dey learn the hard way: spotlight no mean safety net.

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My Commentary: What Olamide Could Do (If He Still Care)

If I be Olamide, I for consider these moves — even if dem decide to bury the beef quietly:

1. Reach out privately — no public clap-back, but maybe send Portable message or call for talk. Sometimes maturity no need headline.

2. Offer genuine mentorship — if Portable still get talent, helping am with management/ connections fit salvage the relationship and avoid bad blood.

3. Protect legacy, but show humanity — publicly dropping artiste no bad, but make sure people see say you no dey destroy people, just dey manage business.

4. Let success speak — silence + success over the years talk louder than shouting.

 Conclusion: Who Wins, Who Loses — And Wetin We All Learn

E hard to say who “win” for this drama — Portable get right to demand more support, Olamide get right to choose who to sign and support. But as things stand:

• Portable risk losing respect and future opportunities if he continue with loud mouth over social media.

• Olamide risk tarnish his “helping hand” image — some people fit see him as cold or unsupportive.

• The whole affair show say for Naija, music collab na only beginning; what really matter na long-term support, structure, consistency.

To younger artistes: no fast ride enter industry; make you build your brand slowly, trust your hustle, and balance gratitude with ambition.

What you think about this matter? You believe say Portable go regret this whole dragging of Olamide — or you feel he get point? Drop your thoughts for comment section!

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