Nigerian artist Portable made a striking statement from his hospital bed, where he was recovering from a recent assault. The controversial singer expressed his frustration, asserting that Nigerians only seek justice for the deceased.
Portable found himself in the spotlight after failing to perform at a show for which he was paid. His subsequent assault, allegedly at the hands of an American-based singer, Esquare, and his entourage, sparked public outrage and captured attention across social media platforms.
Sharing distressing video footage and images from his hospital bed on Instagram, Portable questioned why there was no clamor for justice on his behalf. Speaking in pidgin English, he conveyed his pain and disillusionment, stating, “Feeling so much pain right now, just your prayer I don’t want to die young. Nobody fights for me but I get GOD. Truth only always on my right. If God is GOD I will not fall Zazuu. Didn’t get myself since I was beaten by those guys, from one pain to another. Nah only d dead una dey find justice for? Evidence dey but no one do as if dey see it.”
The incident has reignited discussions surrounding accountability and justice within Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Portable’s poignant words echo a broader sentiment, shedding light on the need for fair treatment and support for the living, not just memorializing the departed. As the outcry continues to reverberate, Portable’s message serves as a potent call for justice and awareness.
