In a surprising turn of events, the much-discussed celebrity boxing match between Nigerian artists Portable and Speed Darlington is officially back on and set to take place tonight, Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Center in Lagos.
This announcement comes after Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, had previously withdrawn from the bout, dismissing Speed Darlington as an unworthy opponent and expressing interest in a more high-profile match against Anthony Joshua for a ₦100 million purse .
The initial feud between the two artists began when Speed Darlington invited Portable to perform at his concert scheduled for April 13, 2025. Portable declined the invitation, reportedly demanding a ₦20 million performance fee and accusing Speed Darlington of attempting to leverage his fame to promote the event .
Despite the earlier cancellation, both artists have now confirmed their participation in the match, reigniting public interest and anticipation.
As of now, there are no confirmed plans for a rescheduled match between Portable and Speed Darlington. The cancellation has left fans disappointed, with many expressing their sentiments on social media. The ongoing feud between the two artists continues to capture public attention, though no further developments have been officially announced.
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