Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has recently opened up about his time in prison, recounting his experience of being locked up with accused criminals.
In an interview on The Echooroom Podcast, Portable shared intimate details of his arrest and the conditions he faced in the cell. He was detained after an altercation involving Ogun state government officials, which led to his incarceration. Reflecting on his time in the cell, the singer described his approach to navigating this difficult environment.
“When I first got to the government, I told them that I’m not crazy,” he recalled. “When I got into the cell, cell 4, I blessed my cellmates with money. I didn’t carry money into the cell but we were able to withdraw money na.” His generosity helped him form a connection with the other inmates, which played a crucial role in his survival in the hostile environment.
Despite the tension of being surrounded by accused criminals, Portable managed to remain calm and assertive. He explained how the cell was a place of violence and that newcomers often faced physical intimidation.
“They normally beat up new people in the cell o, and when I got there the marshall came down from his seat to become the leader somehow,” Portable said. “I had to remind myself that this is not my house, I was surrounded by different kinds of men.”
His ability to navigate the chaos and assert his own boundaries helped him maintain his composure, even in such a grim situation. Though he was not accustomed to such environments, he understood that he had to adapt quickly to survive.
Portable also recounted an intriguing encounter with his fellow inmates, particularly when they asked him to join in their prayers. The singer, however, was reluctant, believing that their prayers wouldn’t be effective given the severity of their offenses.
“I asked one of the cellmates his offence, he said that he was accused of murder so I told him to stand next to me since he hadn’t killed anyone,” he shared.
He expressed his personal belief about the nature of their prayers, saying, “How could we pray together, God doesn’t answer those kinds of prayers. When it’s not like we’re in church. One person said he had killed a person, another one had killed two people and another three people. As I haven’t killed anyone, our prayers can’t work together.”
His stance highlighted his distinction between his own actions and those of his fellow inmates, which he felt made their shared prayers insincere.
The conversation took a more personal turn as Portable spoke about his complicated relationship with the controversial Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky. The two have had their share of public disagreements, and Portable was candid about his feelings.
“Bobrisky is my friend and I want him to change that’s why I always insult him,” he said, explaining that his insults were not meant to attack Bobrisky, but to push him toward change. He went on to address Bobrisky’s crossdressing, which he viewed as sinful. “Why would I give him money? Don’t you know that what he is doing is against God?” Portable declared.
“I’m a God-sent angel, stop. Bobrisky needs to stop what he’s doing. If you want to be a woman, be a woman. If you want to be a man, be a man. But you’re a man, Bobrisky.” Portable’s words highlighted his deeply held belief in traditional gender roles and his desire to see Bobrisky abandon what he considered sinful behavior.
As if the drama wasn’t enough, Portable has another major event looming on the horizon. He is set to face off in a boxing match later this month with the equally controversial musician Speed Darlington. The fight is expected to be a spectacle, considering the pair’s history of public spats and their shared reputation for stirring up controversy.
Portable’s readiness for the showdown adds another layer to his already colorful and tumultuous public persona, ensuring that his name will continue to dominate the Nigerian entertainment scene for the foreseeable future.
