In a surprising turn of events in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy has reportedly paid street-hop sensation Portable the sum of ₦20 million following a physical altercation involving controversial rapper, Speed Darlington.
Sources close to the artists disclosed that the payment came shortly after a heated incident in which Portable allegedly clashed with Speed Darlington during a public appearance. The details of the confrontation remain unclear, but eyewitnesses say tensions escalated quickly between the two entertainers, leading to a physical altercation.
While none of the involved parties have released official statements at the time of filing this report, insiders suggest that Burna Boy’s financial gesture was aimed at diffusing tension and showing support for Portable, who had reportedly sided with him in an ongoing feud with Speed Darlington.
The development has sparked intense conversation on social media, with fans and commentators weighing in on the motivations behind Burna Boy’s actions and the nature of the rift between the artists.
Entertainment analysts note that Burna Boy and Speed Darlington have previously traded jabs online, though this latest twist has added an unexpected layer to their rivalry.
Meanwhile, calls for official clarification have been mounting, as observers urge the artists to address the incident and dispel misinformation.
As of now, no formal charges or complaints have been filed in relation to the altercation, but the entertainment community continues to buzz over the alleged payout and what it means for relationships among Nigeria’s music heavyweights.
