- Portable received ₦40 million from organisers for agreeing to a boxing showdown with Carter Efe, intensifying anticipation among fans of music and online entertainment
- Prominent supporters Soso Soberekon and E-Money pledged ₦50 million each plus a car should Portable win the bout
- The match merges music, entertainment, and sport, drawing massive online attention, with organisers yet to announce an official date or venue
Nigerian street pop artiste Portable has reportedly received ₦40 million for agreeing to a boxing showdown with popular content creator and streamer Carter Efe.
The development was confirmed by Portable in a video shared on his Instagram page, where he detailed the financial arrangements surrounding the anticipated bout.
“I have received ₦40 million from the organisers. They paid me the money just for accepting to fight Carter Efe. I’m very sure that I will defeat him,” Portable stated. He added that prominent figures Soso Soberekon and E-Money have pledged ₦50 million each, alongside a car, should he emerge victorious.
Portable’s announcement has intensified anticipation among fans of Nigerian music and online entertainment, who have closely followed both artistes’ rising profiles in recent years.
According to reports, Carter Efe has also agreed to take part in the match. Speaking in a video on his social media page, he called on organisers to confirm a date for the fight, indicating his readiness to step into the ring.
The match, which merges the worlds of music, entertainment, and sports, has attracted widespread attention online, with fans speculating about the fighters’ preparations and the potential outcome. Both artistes have large followings, and the event is expected to be a significant spectacle in Nigeria’s burgeoning celebrity boxing scene.
Organisers have not yet confirmed the official date or venue for the fight, but the promise of substantial financial rewards has underscored the seriousness of the arrangements. The bout is also expected to generate considerable social media engagement, with fans eagerly anticipating live updates and reactions.
Portable, known for his energetic performances and street anthems, has leveraged the event to further boost his profile, while Carter Efe, a leading figure in online entertainment, is seeking to demonstrate his competitiveness in the sporting arena.
As preparations continue, all eyes will remain on the fighters, their training regimens, and the organisers’ announcements. The clash promises to be a unique blend of music, celebrity culture, and sporting entertainment, with financial stakes that reflect the growing trend of high-profile boxing events in Nigeria.