Portable Criticises Juma Jux Over Missed Collaboration

Portable criticises Juma Jux after Tanzanian artist records track without him, demanding a verse on the new song

Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian street singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, publicly criticised Tanzanian musician Juma Jux on 2 December 2025 for failing to include him in a collaboration.

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Portable’s reaction followed Juma Jux’s recording of a track with Nigerian artist Ekunrawo, which Portable claimed occurred without his prior knowledge.

In an Instagram post, Portable expressed his disappointment, insisting that he deserved a verse on the song titled “Halima.”

He wrote: “So juma_jux enter Naija do song with my bro @officialekunrawo and nobody tell me. E don set oo. Una must find space for me for this Halima song.”

The statement quickly drew attention across social media. Fans and followers offered mixed reactions, with some questioning Portable’s audacity, while others advised Juma Jux to ignore the outburst.

The incident has sparked a wider conversation about collaboration etiquette within the African music scene.

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Despite the controversy, Portable’s post highlighted his desire for recognition and involvement in regional cross-border collaborations, reinforcing his reputation as a bold and outspoken figure in the industry.