Nigerian singer Portable has claimed he received ₦100 million after campaigning for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The controversial singer reportedly said he woke up to discover the huge amount and identified Yayi as the person who gave him the money.
His claim has triggered mixed reactions on social media, with some Nigerians questioning the payment amid the country’s economic challenges.
Nigerian singer Portable has stirred reactions online after claiming that he received ₦100 million following his campaign activities for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The singer, who reportedly identified Senator Olamilekan Solomon Yayi, the APC governorship candidate of Ogun State, as the person behind the payment, made the claim in a statement that has generated conversations about political campaigns, celebrity endorsements and money distribution in Nigeria.
Portable speaks about ₦100m payment
Portable reportedly expressed surprise at receiving the money, suggesting that he was not expecting such a huge amount.
In his words:
“I just woke up and I received N100 million.”
The singer also mentioned Yayi when explaining where the money came from. However, the circumstances surrounding the alleged payment, including when it was made and its purpose, were not established in the information available.
Portable has remained a controversial figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry, often attracting public attention through his outspoken comments, music career and involvement in public controversies.
His latest statement has now placed him at the centre of another social media conversation, particularly because of its connection to political campaigning.
Nigerians react to Portable’s ₦100m claim
The singer’s statement has attracted different reactions, with some social media users questioning the reported payment while others expressed concerns about the country’s economic situation.
Some critics argued that the alleged amount was difficult to reconcile with the financial struggles facing ordinary Nigerians.
OLAMILEKAN ISREAL SANUSI wrote:
“There’s no money in Nigeria and Nigeria is on loan but they are distributing money everywhere. It’s well”
Peter Obi Grassroots Commentary wrote:
“Portable wake up to N100m after campaigning for APC while Nigerians dey suffer hunger, fuel scarcity and hardship under the same government.
Na so dem dey waste our money on influencers who can’t even influence reasonable Nigerians instead of fixing economy. Pure corruption and”
UGO & The Big Steppers wrote:
“Once Peter Obi becomes the president we go catch this one flog am”
Judith Akatugba questioned the source of the alleged payment and called for greater accountability in government spending.
She wrote:
“Portable says he was paid to rally for President Tinubu. For Portable, that may be a win. For Nigerians struggling to put food on the table, it raises a fair question. Who paid him, and where did the money come from?
Nigeria’s total public debt stood at ₦166.79 trillion as of 30 June 2026. Nigerians who will bear the cost of repaying these loans deserve to know how much the Tinubu administration borrowed, where the money went and what it delivered. The government should publish the loan agreements and show how every naira was spent.
When Peter Obi wins, we will press for a full audit of federal borrowing and spending. If investigators find that public money was diverted to fund political rallies or reward supporters, those responsible should be prosecuted and the money recovered.”
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