Portable reacts to KWAM 1 drummer's allegations on maltreatment

Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has weighed in on the recent drama between Fuji star, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) and his drummer, Kunle Ayanlowo.

The buzz started after a viral video surfaced showing Ayanlowo accusing KWAM 1 of mistreatment during the over 32 years he worked for him. In response, Portable addressed the issue in a video that surfaced online on Monday, March 18, 2024, on social media.

The Tony Montana crooner questioned why Ayanlowo did not leave KWAM 1's camp if he felt he was not benefiting after the first year. Portable emphasized that KWAM 1, being a star blessed by God, should not have his reputation tarnished. He also defended KWAM 1's practice of collecting passports during international tours, citing security concerns.

Portable advised Ayanlowo to show respect to his boss and refrain from damaging his reputation. He urged him to appreciate the opportunity to work with KWAM 1 and emphasized the importance of loyalty.

In his words, “You worked for someone for a good 30-something years, when you didn’t see any benefit since the first year why didn’t you leave? If he didn’t see any gain there, he would have left. Don’t spoil somebody else’s name. K1 The Ultimate is a star, God created him. You worked with him for over 30 years and you’re saying you did not gain anything, why didn’t you leave since the first year and go and work for someone else?"

"You should be thanking God that you didn’t die and that you’re alive, later you will say your boss used you abi? Okay you don’t expect him to collect your passport so that you will run away? K1 has taken several people to travel that they would run away. Better know what you’re doing and don’t spoil another person’s name. Respect your boss so that you will have breakthrough, loyalty pass juju,” he added.

The statement from Portable adds a new dimension to the ongoing controversy surrounding KWAM 1 and sheds light on the complexities of relationships within the music industry.