Controversial Nigerian artist Portable has called out veteran Fuji musician Saheed Osupa, accusing him of sabotaging his career by removing his song from major streaming platforms due to a copyright dispute.
The Controversy
Portable took to Instagram earlier this week to voice his frustration, alleging that Osupa filed a complaint against him for using a single line from one of his songs. This reportedly led to the removal of Portable’s track from Spotify, Apple Music, and other platforms.
In a fiery rant, Portable branded Osupa as “big for nothing”, criticizing the Fuji star for not embracing him as a fellow artist. He compared Osupa’s actions to another Fuji icon, Pasuma, who, according to Portable, had never objected when he used lyrics from his songs.
“Saheed Osupa, you are big for nothing. If you can’t embrace me, I will drag you. You sing Fuji, while I sing hip hop. The same way I used a line from your music, I removed three verses from Pasuma. But Pasuma never reported my song. He took me in like his own child.” – Portable
Fuji vs. Hip Hop: A Generational Divide?
This dispute highlights a larger issue within the Nigerian music industry—the tension between traditional Fuji music and modern hip hop. While Fuji has deep cultural roots, Portable believes older musicians do not support newer artists and often dismiss their style.
The controversy has sparked heated debates online, with fans divided on the matter. Some argue that veteran artists should support younger talents, while others insist that copyright laws must be respected.
Osupa Yet to Respond
As of now, Saheed Osupa has not publicly addressed Portable’s claims, leaving many to speculate about his next move.
This ongoing feud underscores the complexities of copyright, mentorship, and rivalry in Nigerian music, ensuring that both artists remain in the spotlight for now.
