Abuga, a former signee of Nigerian singer Portable, has publicly called out his former boss, alleging mistreatment and financial exploitation. In an Instagram video, Abuga claimed that Portable mistreated his signees and staff, leaving them struggling to eat, and even did giveaways while his employees went hungry. Abuga also shared personal experiences, including receiving a car from Portable but not getting fuel money, and Portable reneging on promises to repair the car after an accident.
Abuga’s allegations echo those of another former signee, Young Duu, who also accused Portable of wrongdoing. Fans have reacted with mixed comments, with some supporting Abuga and praising his courage, while others question his motives or defend Portable. The controversy has sparked debate about the ethics of record labels and artist treatment in Nigeria’s music industry. Portable has yet to respond to Abuga’s allegations.
@arikeeee_: “This one sweet me portable don finally meet his match like this. Werey oga go definitely get omose as werey too.’
@mhiz_ta_excellent: “You drive the car Abi you no drive ham ?”
@elkabornmusik: “Make we hear portable side story first den we go judge.’
@muller___44: “Portable dey come for you.”
@__jummieofficial2: “Youngidu dey one corner dey laugh now.’
@wire2502: “You bought Benz 3m Eni koma taku loru.’
@talented_dave_dmw: “You never see anything una dey join add with una oga dey drag Young Duu that time o.”