Portable Blasts Lookalike for Performing His Songs, Declares “I Make ₦10 Million Per Show”

Street-hop sensation Portable has issued a fiery warning to a man allegedly impersonating him at live events, after videos of the lookalike performing his songs began circulating online.

Taking to social media, Portable accused the impersonator of collecting show fees in his name and told fans to “deal with” anyone they catch posing as him. “If my lookalike dey perform my songs or dress like me, beat am up yourself,” he declared, though he added that people would still complain afterward.

The singer emphasized the worth of his brand, insisting, “I collect ₦10 million plus for my shows.” He dismissed reports that his lookalike had been paid as much as ₦250,000 per performance, calling the amount far below what he charges.

The uproar began after clips surfaced online showing a Portable double performing at events. Supporters say the impostor has been cashing in on bookings and tarnishing the singer’s reputation. Portable responded by warning that while he will continue to honor genuine bookings, anyone impersonating him is threatening his livelihood.

“If they call me for show, I go go o,” he said, while urging his fans to help protect his image rather than tagging him into every dispute.


The incident quickly sparked debate among fans. Some backed Portable’s outrage, while others urged him to take a calmer, lawful approach.

@larrycrypt01 wrote: “In a free world you can be anyone, it’s Portable of all people you wannabe.”

@AbiolaBL cautioned: “Until them bottle him head because them think say na him look alike.”

@iwologbon added humor: “We don’t know if Portable is the one talking here or his lookalike, so I sit and watch while I confirm.”


Despite divided opinions, the controversy has highlighted ongoing issues around celebrity impersonation, fraud, and brand protection in Nigeria’s entertainment scene.