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He didn’t give us anything, Portable laments after meeting Peter Obi

He didn’t give us anything, Portable laments after meeting Peter Obi

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, met with Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi at the Benin City airport. After the meeting, Portable expressed disappointment in a video, stating that Obi did not give him anything.

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Portable compared Obi unfavorably to President Bola Tinubu, suggesting that Tinubu would have given him money if they had met. Portable’s comments sparked controversy, highlighting the complex relationships between politicians, celebrities, and financial expectations.

Key Points:

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  • Portable meets Peter Obi at Benin City airport
  • Portable expresses disappointment that Obi didn’t give him money
  • Portable compares Obi unfavorably to President Bola Tinubu
  • Comments spark controversy over politician-celebrity financial expectations

Context:
Portable’s comments reflect the broader issue of transactional politics in Nigeria, where some individuals expect financial rewards for supporting or meeting politicians. This phenomenon raises concerns about the ethics of political engagement and the potential for undue influence.

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