Nigerian street-pop sensation Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has revealed plans to return to school in order to gain the knowledge needed to better manage his music career and record label, Zeh Nation.
The Zazoo Zehh crooner disclosed this in a video shared on his Instagram page on Saturday, noting that he wants to balance fame with professionalism and business acumen.
Portable said he already holds a National Diploma (ND) from Kwara State Polytechnic, but now feels the need to further his education to understand his brand’s financial and legal aspects.
“EVEN THOUGH I ALREADY HAVE AN OND FROM KWARA STATE POLYTECHNIC, I STILL WANT TO FURTHER MY EDUCATION,” HE SAID. “I SPONSOR PEOPLE AND MY CHILDREN TOO SO THAT NO ONE WILL SAY PORTABLE DIDN’T GO TO SCHOOL. I WANT TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL TO PROPERLY MONITOR MY MUSIC ROYALTIES AND BUSINESS DEALS, ESPECIALLY FOR ZEH NATION.”
The 31-year-old explained that his decision goes beyond earning another certificate. Instead, he wants to acquire practical skills to manage his contracts, royalties, and business relationships without depending solely on others.
Portable, known for his energetic performances and outspoken personality, has had a series of public controversies in recent years.
In April, Fuji artist Saheed Osupa withdrew a lawsuit against him following a prolonged dispute over Portable’s song Fuji Shakushaku, which Osupa had accused him of infringing.
The case, involving charges of defamation, threats, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace, was later resolved after several prominent Nigerians intervened.
Osupa’s media aide, Busari Babatunde, said the withdrawal was made “in the hope that Portable will seize this opportunity for reflection, growth, and transformation.”
Portable was required to publicly retract his statements and sign an undertaking to desist from defamatory and harassing conduct online.
Earlier in the year, Portable also clashed with Ogun State Government officials after his uncompleted building and hotel were sealed over alleged illegal construction.
The altercation reportedly led to the assault and arrest of nine of his associates, while the singer himself was declared wanted for failing to honor a police invitation.
Portable later appeared in a viral video apologizing and describing himself as “a madman undergoing treatment.”
He eventually surrendered to the police in Lagos and was transferred to Abeokuta, where he was arraigned before a magistrates’ court and granted bail set at ₦2 million.
Despite his controversies, Portable continues to attract attention for his raw talent, charisma, and street-style authenticity. His latest move, he said, reflects a desire to grow personally and professionally.
