Portable Zazu Biography: Age, Career, Controversies, Songs, Wife, Net Worth

Habeeb Okikiola, as Portable Zazu, is a Nigerian music artist, songwriter, and producer. The Yoruba singer became popular for the release of his smash single Zazu Zeh, featuring the YBNL boss, Olamide, and Pocolee.

Since he released the single, his YouTube channel has gained over 6 million views, and not long after, Portable took the stage alongside Tiwa Savage, the singer of “Somebody Son.”

This article discusses Portable Zazu’s biography, highlighting his early life, education, career, songs, controversies, relationships, and net worth.

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Quick Summary

Name: Habeeb Okikiola

Stage Name: Portable (Zazu Zeh)

Date of Birth: March 12, 1994

Profession: Songwriter, Rapper, and Producer

Net Worth: $200 000

Early Life and Education

Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable Zeh, was born on March 12, 1994, to Mr. and Mrs. Okikiola’s family. He hails from Ogun State, Nigeria, where he grew up in a muslim family alongside his siblings. There is no information about his educational background; however, he chose to pursue music after hearing big names like CDQ, Lord of Ajasa, Dagrin, Olamide, etc.

Career

Portable moved to Lagos State from Ogun State to pursue a career in music since Lagos offers a greater possibility to break into the business. Portable released his debut album, Wanted, an extended playlist (EP) with six songs, in 2020. These songs include Folohunsho, Konkobility, Olori Kori, Popoli, Soro Soro, and Sulia Kan.. Unfortunately, these songs did not garner enough popularity to enter the music business.

Portable and Olamide met in 2021, thanks to Poco Lee and Kogbagidi. By December 2021, Portable had featured Olamide and Poco Lee on Zazoo Zehh, a massive hit in Nigeria. This song propelled Portable into the spotlight. P. Prime produced the song. Zazoo Zehh topped many Nigerian song charts.

Zazoo Zehh debuted at number 15 on the Billboard Triller Global chart, rising to 14th in the second week. Zazoo Zehh peaked as number one on Apple Music Nigeria, first on the iTunes Chart, and 18th on the Radio Chart.

Portable previously released Ogo Forever and All Eyes on Me in 2021, featuring Barry Jhay and Small Doctor, but they did not achieve the same level of widespread commercial success as Zazoo Zehh.

Portable released his second extended playlist, Zazuu Zeh, in the first quarter of 2022, after his newfound reputation as a result of Zazoo Zehh’s success. Portable released his debut studio album, Ika of Africa, in November 2022.

The album had 16 tracks and no guest appearances by other performers. The songs in Ika of Africa incorporate numerous musical styles, including Afro-fusion, Fuji, and Amapiano.

This album consists songs such as Kosalabaro, Apostle, Plan B, Agbara, Wonmo, Kayamata, Woto Woto, Street Ti Take Over, Hello Baby, Oluwa Where You Dey, Get Money First, Werey Alasho, Ji Masun, Ika, Grateful, and Anonymous Eyon Pablo.

Portable has also appeared in songs by Nigerian artists like C Blvck, Vicky Reign, OlaDips, OV Billion, Humble Smith, Oritse Femi, and Ayanfe Viral, among others.

He has also been invited to play at various events, including those of A-List Nigerian musicians such as Wizkid and Tiwa Savage, as well as other music performances held in Nigeria and overseas.

Discography

Here is a list of all known Zazoo zehh songs.

• Amaka ft. Orezi, Li2 Doctor

• Expensive OG

• Hello ft. C Blvck

• Money Before You Love

• Alagbara Atijo ft. DJ OP Dot

• Papangolo

• Clear

• Odogwu Bitters

• Gberatan

• Ojabo kofo

• Adura

• Oro owo

• Tambolo

• My way

• Gasolo

• Neighbour ft Small Doctor

• Ayomi ft. Mr Gbafun

• All Eyes On Me ft. Barry Jhay

• Carry Me Trabaye ft. DJ Double K

• Ogo Forever

• Zazuu Zeh (refix) ft. DJ Tobzy

• Zazoo Zehh ft. Poco Lee and Olamide

• Mushin City ft. RSK Raptor

Portable Awards and Endorsement Deals

Portable, like other renowned Nigerian musicians, has earned several awards and nominations. In 2022, Portable was nominated for Best Street Artist and Rookie of the Year. Portable won awards for Best New Artist and Artist of the Year in 2023. Portable also received a Grammy nomination in 2025.

Aside from receiving awards and nominations, Portable has signed sponsorship agreements with prominent companies such as Odogwu Bitters, owned by Obi Cubana, and Sujimoto, a Nigerian construction firm.

Controversy.

On April 14, 2025, Portable was arrested for not meeting his bail conditions at the Okuara Correctional Center in Lauren, Quir’s capital. On a charge of character libel, the court granted him bail, but he was required to produce two sureties.

The judge decided that Portable should be released on a one million naira bail after he appeared in court on this charge, but only after he produced two sureties in Likesome.

Portable was arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for not showing up for a 72-hour police invitation to appear about an alleged assault. Early on Monday, April 3, 2023, Portable was charged at the Ifo High Court in Ogun State.

The Ogun State Police Command declared Portable wanted on February 18, 2025. In Yaba, Lagos, he turned himself in to the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID).

Portable accuses Poco Lee of music hijacking and theft.

After becoming well-known, he gained the respect of fans of street music. As a young rapper, Portable started to play a lot of shows and make money, but it seemed like the increasing media attention ignited something inside of him. The first incident took place during the Livespot conference on December 17, 2022.

Poco Lee, a Nigerian dancer, was accused by Portable Zazoo of trying to con him out of his hard-earned cash. The Ogun singer claimed that Poco Lee gave him only $600 after stealing all of the approximately $3000 that Wizkid lavished on him on stage.

Additionally, he claimed that his popular song “Zazoo Ze,” which was published on December 14, 2021, was stolen and claimed by Poco Lee. Poco Lee was listed as the song’s owner in the credits, along with Portable and Olamide as featured artists.

In an online video, the hip-hop street rapper gave everything away. His event promoter, Kogbagid, was enraged by his tirade on social media and requested that Portable leave the label’s premises, where he lives.

Kogbagidi said he was ashamed of the incriminating video that went viral online and was unhappy with Portable’s “unruly” behavior.

In a surprising turn of events, Portable Zazoo claimed to be his benefactors and asked for their forgiveness, apologizing to Poco Lee, Olamide, and Kogbagidi for causing so much trouble. The video of the reconciliation went viral right away. But in the controversial situations he would put himself in, Portable was only beginning.

Portable was denied admission into Canada.

Portable was supposed to be a guest musician at a Canadian performance. Morris, a Nigerian MC from Canada, clarified that they decided to fire the performer because of his demeanor. The MC claimed that Portable would no longer be performing in his show because he had fired two managers in less than a year, which was not good.

Morris claimed to have sent a letter to immigration rejecting Portable’s request for a visa. Before their intense dispute, Morris (real name Maurice Imadu) was supposed to arrange the singer’s international appearances.

While performing, Portable gets into altercations. Portable’s boxing series garners attention once more. He reportedly got into a fight with a number of Benin fans during a show in Edo State. In a nightclub, Portable almost got into another altercation with a DJ. The way the DJ handled his song infuriated the musician.

Akpi and Portable Boxing Match.

Portable and Speed Darlinton, also known as Akpi, got into a fight during a boxing tournament earlier this year. When Akpi grew enraged about Portable’s unwillingness to appear on his program for N500,000, their problems started on social media.

Embarrassed by the offer, Portable vented his frustration on social media. After exchanging digital blows, the parties decided to resolve their disagreement in a boxing battle, in which Portable emerged victorious.

Because of Akpi’s animosity toward Burna Boy, it was previously rumored that Burna Boy promised Portable 20 million naira if he defeats Akpi; this was due to Akpi’s bad blood with Burna Boy over the Diddy incident.

Portable Net Worth

Portable has gained significant cash in just two years since entering Nigeria’s mainstream music industry. His revenue comes from sponsorship deals, tours, show appearances, and music streaming royalties. In 2022, Obi Cubana named Portable as the brand ambassador for his alcoholic product, Odogwu Bitters. Portable made a whopping N50 million from that deal.

Only a few months after signing with Odogwu Bitters, Portable was revealed as the brand for Sujimoto, a real estate and construction firm. The transaction with Sujimoto netted Portable N40 million.

Portable’s net worth is believed to be more than $200,000 based on sponsorship deals, show appearances, and other revenue streams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which state is Portable in Nigeria?

Portable, the Zaze crooner, is from Abeokuta, Ogun State.

What is the full name of Portable?

Portable’s full name is Habeeb Okikiola Badmus.

Which tribe is Portable?

He is of the Yoruba tribe.

Where Can I download Portable (Zazu) musics/album?

Visit: boomplay or other apple stores to get it. It’s also on YouTube.

Conclusion

When talking about music in Nigeria, Portable is a name to reckon with. His style of music, controversy, abilities, and lifestyle make him unique as a person.