Portable Calls Out Olamide Over OVO Arena Show Snub

Portable calls out Olamide in a renewed outburst, insisting the success of their 2022 hit “Zazuu Zeh” boosted his global reach and changed the direction of both careers. He says the recognition he deserves has not been given, especially after the recent Wembley show, where he felt intentionally sidelined.

After Olamide performed at a sold-out show in Wembley, Portable reacted strongly on Instagram to being excluded. He stated that their joint performance on “Zazuu Zeh” should have guaranteed him a place on that stage. He mentioned trying to reach Olamide privately, only to receive silence.

That silence, according to him, showed a lack of respect for everything they created together. He believes the snub was deliberate and unfair. Furthermore, Portable accused Olamide of refusing to sign him to YBNL Nation at the height of their collaboration.

He claimed he lost that opportunity because he demanded proper terms. He added that Olamide once labeled him “mad” and also influenced Asake’s artistic choices in ways he felt were exploitative. These comments deepened the tension and added new layers to the conflict.

In addition, Portable contrasted Olamide’s actions with the strong support he receives from UK rapper Skepta. He described Skepta as consistent, helpful, and genuinely invested in his growth. He said Skepta’s encouragement helped him expand into new markets and reach fans outside Nigeria.

Portable also argued that “Zazuu Zeh” not only lifted his own career but also boosted Olamide globally. He insisted that the song shifted public attention toward Olamide’s street credibility in ways that expanded the rapper’s international appeal. He emphasized that his signature energy shaped the song’s identity, making the hit impossible to replicate without his influence.

Portable’s bold statements, presumably, put Olamide at the center of an uncomfortable debate about fairness, respect, and influence. He insists that the industry should acknowledge how “Zazuu Zeh” elevated both artists globally. Whether reconciliation comes soon remains uncertain as Olamide is yet to respond, but Portable has made his position remarkably clear.

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