Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has claimed that he received N100 million after participating in campaign activities for the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a video circulating on social media, Portable was seen wearing an APC-branded shirt and a cap bearing the inscription of Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi. He displayed campaign materials featuring the politician, and claimed that he woke up to discover that N100 million had been credited to his bank account.
According to Portable, the money was sent on Yayi's instructions in appreciation of his involvement in the campaign activities. He alleged that he was approached by some of his senior street brothers and street politicians who told him that Yayi was looking for him. Portable claimed that he had previously been scammed when Yayi sent money, but this time he received the funds. He expressed gratitude to God and Yayi for the alleged payment.
In the video, Portable thanked God and Yayi, saying "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 also claimed that he had been asked to go home by IBD Dende, but was later contacted by Yayi's team. Portable's claim has not been independently verified.
The video has been circulating on social media, with many people reacting to Portable's claim. While some have expressed surprise at the alleged payment, others have questioned the authenticity of the claim. Portable's fans have been reacting to the news, with some expressing excitement and others skepticism.
Portable's claim has sparked a conversation about the relationship between politicians and celebrities in Nigeria. Some have questioned the ethics of politicians paying celebrities to endorse their campaigns. Others have argued that it is a common practice in Nigerian politics. The incident has highlighted the influence of celebrities in Nigerian politics.
The APC has not officially commented on Portable's claim. However, the incident has raised questions about the transparency of campaign financing in Nigeria. The country's electoral laws regulate campaign financing, but there are concerns about the loopholes that allow for unreported payments.
Portable's claim remains unverified, and it is unclear whether the payment was made. The incident has sparked a conversation about the intersection of politics and entertainment in Nigeria.
Key points
- Portable claims to have received N100m from APC campaign activities.
- The claim has not been independently verified.
- The incident has sparked a conversation about campaign financing in Nigeria.
