Nigerian singer Portable has sparked controversy after taking a swipe at Olamide, claiming he played a major role in boosting the rapper’s international recognition.
During a recent live performance, Portable remarked, “Olamide didn’t shoot the ‘Zazzo’ video with me; he didn’t stand with me in the video. I was the one who gave Olamide international recognition. ‘Zazzo’ made Olamide. Why didn’t Olamide call me for his show?”
His comments have intensified ongoing debates within the Nigerian music industry about credit, collaboration, and recognition among top artists. Clips from the performance quickly circulated on social media, drawing mixed reactions from fans.
Portable further expressed frustration that despite what he described as his contribution to Olamide’s rise, he felt sidelined—especially because Olamide did not invite him to recent shows. The incident highlights the competitive dynamics of Nigeria’s music scene, where questions of influence and acknowledgment often spark public discussion.
Fans remain divided over Portable’s claims, with some supporting his assertions and others insisting that Olamide’s success is the result of his long-standing achievements and extensive body of work.
The exchange has fueled broader conversations about how emerging acts impact established stars in the industry.
