Social Media Critic Calls for Singer Portable’s Arrest Over Viral Assault Video
Nigerian social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has called for the arrest of popular singer Portable over a viral video showing the artist and his entourage assaulting a man at the Felabration event in Lagos. Portable, known for his street-pop music, has faced criticism for his behavior, with many calling for him to be held accountable for his actions.
The video in question shows Portable and his boys physically attacking a man, leaving him with severe injuries. VeryDarkMan, upon seeing the video, took to Instagram to express his outrage and dismay at the situation. He called on the victim to reach out to him, stating that he would support the man in seeking justice.
In a follow-up update, VeryDarkMan revealed that he had spoken to the victim, who had been hospitalized due to the severity of his injuries. The victim reportedly broke his hand and leg, resulting in a hospital bill of over N700,000 (approximately $1,700 USD). VeryDarkMan emphasized that the victim was scared for his safety and felt threatened by Portable’s actions.
Portable’s behavior has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for him to be arrested and charged with assault. VeryDarkMan has vowed to write a petition and ensure that Portable faces the consequences of his actions. The incident has also raised concerns about the abuse of power by celebrities and the need for accountability in such cases.
The controversy surrounding Portable’s actions highlights the need for responsible behavior from public figures and the importance of upholding the law. As VeryDarkMan noted, “If there’s no law in this country, then you will go unpunished. You think you can abuse power because you are a celebrity?”
