Nigerian street-hop sensation Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again stirred the entertainment waters - this time with a fiery outburst aimed at fellow entertainer and TikTok streamer, Peller (real name Habeeb Hamzat). In a dramatic turn of events that began circulating online on July 2 and peaked on July 3, Portable accused Peller of betrayal, fame-chasing, and an obsession with a woman named Jarvis, setting social media ablaze and drawing mixed reactions from fans and observers.
The drama began when Portable released a heated video where he lashed out at Peller, claiming he was reaping where he didn’t sow. Portable alleged that despite Peller’s supposed support in helping him reach one million Spotify streams earlier in his career, Peller later turned around to call him ungrateful. In retaliation, Portable questioned Peller’s relevance and mocked his pursuits, particularly accusing him of using his career to chase women, specifically the influencer Jarvis.
“You wey dey use your career dey follow woman. You dey run dey follow Jarvis. Jarvis wey you dey run follow dey follow another man… Do you have ₦100 million?” Portable sneered in Pidgin English, clearly holding nothing back.
The rant, which quickly went viral on social media, has drawn divided opinions. While some fans sided with Portable for defending his name and exposing alleged clout-chasing behavior, others accused him of unnecessarily escalating what appeared to be a personal disagreement.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time friction has surfaced between the two. Just weeks ago, Peller had claimed that he played a key role in Portable’s rise, alleging that he helped push the singer’s content to over a million streams on Spotify. He further claimed that despite his support, Portable blocked him on social media. Peller’s comments sparked sympathy at the time, but Portable’s recent comeback appears to flip the script.
Sources close to the situation suggest the rift may have less to do with music and more with mutual connections to Jarvis, a rising social media figure allegedly linked to both men. Portable’s comments imply that Peller has been trying to get close to Jarvis romantically, while she may be entertaining someone else entirely. That revelation has added fuel to an already volatile fire, with fans now analyzing past interactions between the trio for clues.
What makes this feud especially compelling is how quickly it has turned public and deeply personal. It’s not just about professional respect or unspoken rules of loyalty in the industry anymore - this is raw, emotional, and borderline scandalous. With both men having large followings online, the argument has spilled beyond TikTok and Instagram, drawing commentary from other entertainers and influencers who are picking sides or calling for calm.
Some observers believe Portable’s public outburst is part of a calculated effort to control the narrative and remind fans of his authenticity. Known for his controversial but captivating persona, Portable has a history of clashing with industry figures yet manages to remain a trending topic almost effortlessly. This latest saga, whether intentional or not, reinforces that image.
Peller, on the other hand, has taken a more subdued stance since the drama exploded. Aside from a few cryptic posts and reposts, he has not responded directly to Portable’s latest accusations. This silence has only intensified speculation, with many waiting to see if he will clap back or let it all fade.
As of now, neither Jarvis nor any of her representatives have publicly commented on the situation. But with Portable’s name trending and clips of his rant circulating widely, it’s clear that this isn’t just another celebrity spat. It taps into deeper issues of friendship, loyalty, fame, and personal boundaries in Nigeria’s high-stakes entertainment space.
Whether or not this feud fizzles out or escalates further, one thing is certain - Portable knows how to keep the spotlight firmly on him, and Peller, willingly or not, is now part of that spotlight too.
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