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Portable demands more money from Tinubu after fainting at APC rally in Lagos

Following a dramatic performance at the APC rally, singer Portable calls for additional payment from President Tinubu.

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Portable demands more money from Tinubu after fainting at APC rally in Lagos
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Nigerian singer Portable, known for his controversial antics, has publicly called for more financial compensation from President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi Tinubu, after his appearance at an All Progressives Congress (APC) rally in Lagos. The event, held at Onikan Stadium, was intended to galvanize support for the Tinubu-Shettima political ticket.

During the rally, Portable engaged the crowd enthusiastically, but the intense heat and overcrowding reportedly took a toll on him. Footage circulating on social media shows the singer lying on the ground, appearing to faint due to the overwhelming conditions at the venue. His manager, Babylov, was seen attempting to assist him as he lay on the floor, struggling to recover from the ordeal.

Despite acknowledging that he had already received payment for his performance, Portable insisted that the physical stress he endured warranted additional compensation. He expressed his desire to meet with both President Tinubu and Seyi Tinubu, stating, "I want to see Tinubu and Seyi Tinubu; they have almost squeezed me to death. I have fainted; it is Tinubu that is winning. Did we not collect money? Tinubu, pay me more money; I am feeling so much heat."

Portable's demand for more money has raised eyebrows, particularly as it marks a rare instance of a public figure directly appealing for financial support from a sitting president. Known for his unpredictable public persona, this latest incident adds to his history of dramatic moments, including a recent boxing match where he controversially walked out before the final round.

The rally itself was a significant event for the APC, aimed at rallying support ahead of the upcoming elections. Portable's involvement as an entertainer was meant to energize the crowd, but his unexpected health scare and subsequent demand for more payment have shifted the focus onto him, highlighting the challenges entertainers face in high-pressure situations.

As the story unfolds, it remains to be seen how the Tinubu family will respond to Portable's request and whether this incident will impact his standing within the entertainment community and the political landscape in Nigeria.

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