The celebrity boxing showdown between Nigerian street-hop star Portable and actor Charles Okocha took an unexpected turn when Portable abruptly walked out of the ring mid-fight. The incident, captured on video, has since ignited a firestorm of reactions across social media platforms.
Footage circulating online shows Portable leaving the bout after the opening rounds, despite having appeared to gain an advantage. His manager, BabyLuv, is seen frantically chasing after him, pleading with the “Zazoo” crooner to return for the final round. Other event officials and spectators also attempted to persuade him, but Portable remained unmoved, shaking off their appeals.
Manager BabyLuv's Desperate Plea
In the tense exchange, BabyLuv reminded Portable that he had already won one round and needed only one more to clinch victory. However, the singer responded with a resounding “NO!” The manager, visibly exasperated, urged him to look at her and demanded to know what was wrong, but Portable refused to budge.
The dialogue, as captured in the viral clip, unfolds as follows:
“Manager: You have beaten him once, remaining one more time.
Portable: NOOOOOOO.
Manager: Go back to the ring, look at me, what is wrong with you.
Portable: Nooo.”
Despite the chaotic situation, BabyLuv has been widely praised online for her composure and resilience. Many viewers highlighted her professionalism in handling an artist known for his unpredictability, with some even calling her “Manager of the year.”
Fans React to the Viral Clip
The video triggered a wave of comments, with many netizens focusing on BabyLuv’s patience rather than the fight itself. Instagram user @iamhitchens wrote, “In all God bless u @babyluvgram u chose to manage Okiki not for clout and the whole world eventually got to see how resilient and strong you are - Manager of the year for real.”
Another user, @theaugustinaakyns, joked, “This hin manager Dey try.. she fit train lion.” @ty_makeovers_and_skincare added, “Manager don collect work wey pass am. She go soon reduce.”
Some fans, however, sympathized with Portable’s decision, citing the physical toll of the match. @raphaelrano commented, “This guy health no carry this boxing! Una just wan kpai ham.” @yemzo_rhymzo speculated that Portable may have been weakened by a previous chokehold, writing, “Dat hin neck wey dem pin na him know wetin hin dey go through dat thing don weak the werey na why e no wan enter ring again.”
Portable's Baby Mama Adds More Drama
The boxing controversy is just the latest in a string of issues surrounding Portable. In a separate development earlier reported by Legit.ng, his baby mama, Honey Berry, released a video accusing him of abuse. She claimed Portable used to beat her while she was pregnant and also alleged that he physically assaulted his first wife, Bewaji, for siding with her.
Honey Berry, who is a mother of one, also disclosed that she had no idea Portable was already married when she became pregnant with his child. These serious allegations have intensified public scrutiny of the singer, who is no stranger to controversy.
As the boxing video continues to trend, fans and critics are eagerly waiting to see whether Portable will address both the abandoned match and the explosive accusations from his baby mama. The incident has also raised questions about the future of celebrity boxing events, as the spectacle turns into a real-life drama both inside and outside the ring.
