As Nigeria faces escalating economic challenges, controversial singer Portable has stirred controversy with his dismissal of planned nationwide protests. Scheduled to take place from August 1 to 10, 2024, these protests are being organized in response to the rising cost of living under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a provocative Instagram story on Thursday, Portable argued that the planned demonstrations are unwarranted. He criticized those intending to protest, suggesting that they are jobless and attributing their dissatisfaction to personal failures rather than systemic issues.
“Don’t ask me to perform at the protests,” Portable declared. “If you’re serious about your job, you wouldn’t be joining the protest. Instead of fighting for Nigeria, focus on fighting for yourself. Nigeria is okay; it’s you who needs to hustle harder and make better connections.”
Portable’s comments have sparked debate, with many interpreting his remarks as dismissive of the legitimate concerns driving the planned protests. The singer’s perspective highlights a growing divide between public sentiment and individual views on the nation’s economic situation.
