Sat, 1 Aug 2026

 

Portable walks out as Charles Okocha claims victory in celebrity boxing rematch
 
By: Abara Blessing Oluchi
Sat, 1 Aug 2026   ||   Nigeria,
 

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, lost his highly anticipated celebrity boxing rematch against actor Charles Okocha after abandoning the fight in the opening round.

The bout, tagged "Chaos In The Ring," took place on Friday at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The contest ended in dramatic fashion when Portable walked out of the ring and refused to continue, prompting officials to declare Okocha the winner.

The rematch was arranged after their first celebrity boxing clash in 2023, which Portable won. Dissatisfied with that outcome, Okocha exercised the rematch clause, reigniting the rivalry between the two entertainers.

The fight opened at an energetic pace, with both men exchanging punches before the contest descended into confusion. In a surprising twist, Portable exited the ring and declined to resume the fight, forcing organisers to call off the bout.

Following his withdrawal, officials awarded the victory to Charles Okocha, giving the actor a measure of redemption after his defeat in their previous encounter.

Videos of the dramatic incident have since flooded social media, attracting widespread reactions from fans and observers, with many expressing shock over Portable's unexpected decision to quit the fight.

Portable has yet to publicly explain the reason behind his withdrawal. The bizarre conclusion to the contest has nevertheless become one of the most talked-about moments in Nigeria's entertainment and celebrity boxing scene.

 

 

 

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