Portable Drops Bombshell
OpenLife Nigeria reports that street-pop sensation Portable has set social media ablaze with his unfiltered tribute to late Afrofuji star Destiny Boy, boldly claiming the 22-year-old possessed superior vocal talent to global icon Wizkid while exposing industry myths and the harsh realities of “fake love” and lack of support.
WHO IS DESTINY BOY?
Afeez Adesina, known professionally as Destiny Boy, was a rising Nigerian Afrofuji artist born on June 24, 2004. He skyrocketed to fame with his innovative Fuji-infused cover of Davido’s “If,” followed by hits like “Lamba,” “One Transaction,” and “Gbese.” Blending traditional Fuji elements with modern Afrobeats, he carved a unique niche in the industry.
Recently, he welcomed his first child in November 2024 and proposed to his partner, making his untimely death at age 22 profoundly tragic.
CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING HIS DEATH
estiny Boy passed away on January 18, 2026, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
His family, including mother Saidat Adeshina, attributed the death to a chronic illness resembling epilepsy (“Ogu oru”), involving seizures and stiffness that plagued him for nearly two years.
He received both medical and traditional treatments, reportedly passing at a babalawo’s residence during a healing visit. His mother has denied ritual or foul play allegations.
The Ogun State Police launched a homicide probe, arresting one suspect and transferring the case to their homicide unit for thorough investigation amid widespread speculation, including reports of vomiting blood. The official cause awaits confirmation.
PORTABLE’S STATEMENT
Portable’s raw, emotional outburst quickly went viral, praising Destiny Boy’s unmatched singing ability, questioning industry helpers, and defending the circumstances of his death while critiquing “fake love” and past associations.”
“Destiny Boy, we miss you. He knew how to sing more than Wizkid but he didn’t have any helper. God please don’t let me dle young. Make sure you don’t dle because there is fake love everywhere.
I saw small doctor crying, did you help or love him when he was alive. I remember Pasuma brought you and him together on the stage. When you made it, did you help him?
If he d!ed at his babalawo’s place, it was because of his sickness. ‘He had been facing a lot on his own. I don’t know why he left his helper, 2T boys.
They really helped him when he was with them. Everything changed for him when he left them,” Portable stated.
The statement also references Wizkid for vocal comparison, Small Doctor’s grief, Pasuma’s collaborative role, and Destiny Boy’s former ties to the 2T Boys crew, suggesting his fortunes declined after leaving that support network.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PORTABLE AND DESTINY BOY
Portable and Destiny Boy crossed paths in Nigeria’s street-pop and Afrofuji scenes, with older videos showing Portable featuring in Destiny Boy-related content, possibly as a vixen or in early collaborations.
While no major recent joint projects are documented, Portable’s detailed, immediate response demonstrates close familiarity with Destiny Boy’s career, struggles, and circle. His tribute reflects shared industry experiences and a sense of camaraderie among emerging talents.
Portable’s provocative yet heartfelt words spotlight the brutal challenges young artists face: raw talent often overshadowed by insufficient mentorship, health crises handled alone, and superficial industry relationships. Destiny Boy’s story urges the music community to prioritize genuine support and well-being for rising stars.
His innovative Afrofuji legacy endures as inspiration, even as investigations seek truth. Rest in peace, Destiny Boymay his memory drive positive change in Nigerian music.
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