Controversial Nigerian street singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again set social media buzzing with a fresh political declaration.
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the singer announced that his support will go to whichever presidential candidate offers him money.
In a video shared on his Instagram page, Portable said his endorsement would depend on financial backing, naming Peter Obi, President Bola Tinubu, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as potential beneficiaries.
“My fans, vote whoever you want. It was before I was saying otherwise. I will only vote for anyone who gives me money for the 2027 elections.
Whoever drops money first between Peter Obi and Tinubu or PDP is the one I will endorse, and I will make sure my fans vote for him. I can’t go about hungry; vote for your helper,” he declared.
The singer’s latest remarks did not come as a total surprise.
Portable has frequently made headlines for his unpredictable political alignments.
Earlier this year, he expressed disappointment after meeting Labour Party’s Peter Obi in Benin City, Edo State.
According to him, Obi only offered a handshake during their encounter, while President Tinubu had been more generous in the past.
In July, Portable met with Seyi Tinubu, son of the President, and later praised him for “changing his life.”
He assured Nigerians that the Tinubu administration would bring positive change, further cementing his reputation as a vocal supporter of the ruling party.
As expected, his comments sparked heated reactions online. Many Nigerians criticized his transactional approach to politics, while others described him as a “true reflection of Nigerian politics.”
Instagram user tobathenurse reacted: “Portable has campaigned for APC, PDP and Accord party. A true definition of a non-partisan Nigerian, anywhere money drops.”
Another commenter, finkventures, added: “Shishi you no go see for Peter Obi hand.”
Similarly, BetwizadTips lamented: “This Weyrey is part of the reasons Nigeria is in a mess.”
User ivoh_ivoh opined: “The exact mindset of all the Tinubu supporters. Just empty heads with large followers, look at them and you will agree with me.”
