Skit maker Oderhowho Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe, walked away with more than just bragging rights after defeating Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, also known as Portable, in a celebrity boxing match that had fans talking long after the final bell.
The fight took place at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos as part of the "Chaos in the Ring 4" event, delivering exactly what was promised: noise, drama, and a clear winner. According to DAZN, after three rounds, all judges scored the bout 30-27 in Carter Efe's favor, sealing a unanimous decision victory for the popular streamer and skit maker.
Carter Efe's Performance in the Ring
From the opening round, Carter Efe appeared more composed and calculated. Despite Portable's previous experience in celebrity boxing, he struggled to deal with Carter Efe's reach and cleaner shots. The skit maker kept things simple: stay balanced, pick moments, and avoid unnecessary exchanges. By the second round, the pattern was clear. Carter Efe dictated the pace while Portable chased the fight. Each judge saw it the same way, scoring every round in Carter Efe's favor. The final scorecards reflected total control, with no split opinions or controversy.
₦50 Million Reward for Carter Efe
The biggest takeaway from the night, aside from the result, was the prize. According to Africa Facts Zone, Carter Efe reportedly pocketed ₦50 million, a reward said to be backed by businessman Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-money. This is one of the biggest payouts seen in Nigeria's growing celebrity boxing scene. The event also drew big names, including Timaya and D'banj, showing how much attention these fights are starting to command.
Social Media Reactions
As expected, social media lit up after the fight, with fans and celebrities sharing their reactions. Shank Comics posted: "Congratulations Carter Efe. Tear him face!?" Bernese reacted: "Carter Efe is a successful comedian, a successful streamer and a successful boxer." Oyiga Michael posted: "How did this same Portable beat speed Darlington and Charles Okocha? Carter Efe with one day experience just destroyed Portable?" Asiwaju Lerry posted: "Is this the Portable you guys said will beat Carter Efe??? Match never reach anywhere, Carter wan kpai Portable???" UTDTrey posted: "Biggest twitch streamer in Africa & now a boxing Champion. Carter Efe is HIM." TG Omori reacted: "Them blow portable, portable turn 360 Carter efe burst laugh ?? I don die." Malik posted: "See as carter efe dey paste portable. No be everything gra gra??????" The reactions captured the mood: surprise for some, validation for others, and plenty of humor across the board.
Background of the Match
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that a heated exchange between Portable and Carter Efe built tension ahead of the much-talked-about boxing match. Weeks after the fight was announced, things took a dramatic turn during a meetup involving both singers and music executive Soso Soberekon, who had earlier pledged N50 million sponsorship for the match. The victory earned Carter Efe a reported ₦50 million payout, one of the biggest in Nigeria's celebrity boxing scene. Fans flooded social media with reactions, praising his performance and poking fun at Portable's defeat.
