Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, has provided further details about an alleged N100 million payment he reportedly received after participating in campaign-related activities organised by the All Progressives Congress.
The controversial entertainer attributed the purported transfer to Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly called Yayi, claiming that the lawmaker instructed that the money be paid into his bank account following his involvement in political engagements linked to the ruling party.
Portable disclosed this in a video that emerged on social media on Friday. In the footage, the singer appeared in a shirt bearing the APC insignia and a cap displaying Yayi’s name, while also showing campaign-related materials associated with the senator.
Expressing excitement over the development, Portable claimed that he woke up to discover an unexpected N100 million credit alert in his bank account. He subsequently acknowledged the roles allegedly played by Yayi and businessman IBD Dende in facilitating the financial arrangement.
According to the singer, the development followed an earlier interaction in which he was advised to return home and wait for further communication. He explained that some individuals later approached him with information that Yayi wanted to see him, although he initially doubted their claims because of what he described as a previous experience involving an unsuccessful payment arrangement.
Narrating how he eventually discovered the alleged transfer, Portable said he was taken by surprise when he checked his account and found the substantial sum credited to him.
He said, “My dearest fans! I just woke up to an alert of N100m from Yayi! IBD Dende, oga mi! God bless you. Thank you! Yayi instructed them to send me the money. I took a nap, and God saved me from death.
“When I woke up today, I remembered that IBD had asked me to go home yesterday and said he would reach out to me. But some of my senior street brothers and street politicians came to tell me that Yayi was looking for me.
“Are you the one to tell me that Yayi is looking for me?’ I asked. They wanted to scam me, just as they did when Yayi sent money previously. I did not get a dime then.”
The singer also offered prayers and expressed appreciation to God, Yayi and IBD Dende over what he described as the financial gesture. He maintained that the alleged N100 million was a significant amount and wished those he credited with the payment continued prosperity and long life.
“Thank you, Lord! Yayi has sent N100m. Thank you, IBD Dende. May your children be glorious! May you live long, my daddy. It shall be well with you. N100m is not a small amount at all!” he said.
Portable’s Previous Involvement In APC Campaign Activities
The latest development comes amid Portable’s previous public statements about receiving financial benefits for participating in political activities organised by the APC.
The singer had earlier indicated his willingness to receive further payments after performing at a political rally held in Lagos in October.
POLITICS NIGERIA previously reported that Portable called for additional compensation from President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi Tinubu, following his appearance at an APC rally staged at Onikan Stadium, Lagos, on October 13.
The gathering was organised as part of political activities aimed at supporting President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Shortly after entertaining supporters at the event, Portable shared a video in which he complained about the physical demands of his performance. He also appealed for an opportunity to meet the president and his son while insisting that his contribution to the rally deserved additional financial compensation.
In the recording, the singer was seen stretched out on the stadium floor, expressing exhaustion after performing before the crowd. He complained about the physical strain involved in entertaining attendees and called on the political figures to provide further payment.
“I want to see Tinubu and Seyi Tinubu; they have almost squeezed me to death. I have fainted; it is Tinubu that is winning. Did we not collect money? Tinubu, pay me more money; I am feeling so much heat,” he said.
His remarks subsequently attracted considerable attention across social media platforms, particularly because he openly discussed the financial arrangements surrounding his participation in the political gathering.
Although Portable acknowledged receiving payment for his performance, he argued that the compensation was insufficient in view of the energy and physical exertion required to entertain supporters at the event.
Singer Previously Spoke About Financial Difficulties
Portable also addressed his financial circumstances in another video that circulated earlier in October, suggesting that the proceeds from his political engagements had contributed to an improvement in his financial situation following a period of economic difficulties.
His latest disclosure has, however, generated further interest in the nature of the financial relationship between the singer and the political figures he mentioned.
Despite his claims, the circumstances surrounding the purported N100 million transfer have yet to be independently established. Neither Senator Solomon Adeola nor IBD Dende, including their representatives, has officially confirmed the payment as described by the musician.
Questions also remain about the purpose of the alleged transaction, particularly whether it represented a personal gift, remuneration for entertainment services or financial support connected to Portable’s participation in APC campaign activities.
Nevertheless, the singer has continued to publicly acknowledge Yayi and IBD Dende, expressing appreciation for what he described as their generosity.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no independent confirmation of the alleged N100 million payment.
