Nigerian entertainer Portable and comedian-turned-rapper Carter Efe came face-to-face in Ikeja, Lagos, today, March 24, 2026, in the build-up to their highly anticipated celebrity boxing match.
The encounter marks the latest chapter in a series of public exchanges that have drawn widespread attention on social media.
The meeting was staged as part of the promotional activities for the boxing event, scheduled for May 1, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
Both fighters appeared in high spirits, trading verbal challenges and showing readiness for the ring, signaling their commitment to the upcoming bout.
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Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, has openly criticised Carter Efe’s preparation while asserting confidence in his own fighting abilities.
Carter Efe, born Oderhowho Joseph Efe, responded with calm determination, promising a competitive match that will entertain fans.
The fight, sanctioned by the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control, will headline the Chaos in the Ring event, promoted by Balmoral Group Promotions in partnership with former world champion Amir Khan’s AK Promotions.
The match is expected to attract nationwide attention and international broadcast.
Fans and media representatives present at the Lagos face-off described the atmosphere as electric, with both entertainers drawing large crowds eager for the showdown that promises a mix of sport and celebrity spectacle.