Nigerian street-pop singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has claimed that he received ₦100 million after participating in campaign activities organised by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State.
The singer announced the alleged payment in a video shared on social media on Friday, November 13, 2026, where he expressed excitement over the development and thanked Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi.
In the viral video, Portable appeared in an APC-branded shirt and a traditional cap bearing Yayi’s name while displaying campaign materials featuring the senator.
He claimed that the money was transferred to his bank account on the lawmaker’s instructions in recognition of his participation in the party’s political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Recounting how he received the money, Portable said businessman IBD Dende had earlier asked him to return home and assured him that he would be contacted later.
According to the singer, some individuals subsequently informed him that Yayi was looking for him, but he initially doubted the information because of his previous experience with people who allegedly failed to deliver money promised to him during an earlier political engagement.
He said he was surprised when he woke up and discovered the ₦100 million alert in his account. Expressing gratitude, Portable praised Yayi and IBD Dende, offering prayers for their well-being and families.
He also described the amount as substantial, suggesting that he was particularly pleased that the payment had finally reached him after previous disappointments.
Portable’s Previous APC Campaign Appearance in Lagos
The latest development comes weeks after the singer participated in an APC rally held at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos on October 13, 2026, in support of President Bola Tinubu’s political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Following that appearance, Portable shared a video in which he complained about the physical demands of performing at the rally and appealed to Tinubu and his son, Seyi Tinubu, for additional payment.
In the video, he acknowledged receiving money for his participation but maintained that his efforts deserved further compensation. The singer had also previously spoken about how earnings from political engagements helped improve his financial situation after experiencing financial difficulties.
Portable’s involvement in political campaigns has attracted public attention over the years. In September 2025, he reportedly told Premium Times that he would support whichever presidential candidate paid him first ahead of the 2027 elections.
Meanwhile, his latest announcement has generated conversations online, particularly over the reported ₦100 million payment and the financial arrangements between entertainers and politicians during campaign activities.
However, the alleged transaction has not been independently verified. As of the time of filing this report, neither Senator Adeola nor the APC had publicly confirmed the payment or disclosed its purpose.
