Portable says he survived auto crash ahead of son’s naming

Street-pop sensation Portable, known for his often dramatic public life, has once again found himself in the headlines, this time for surviving a harrowing car accident. The singer revealed on his Instagram story that a sudden brake failure on a familiar route in Ogun State led to the incident. In a display of quick thinking, Portable steered his vehicle into a ditch, narrowly avoiding a potentially catastrophic collision with other vehicles.

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My fans, thank God on my behalf. This is my usual route. All of a sudden, I lost control of the wheel.

Portable expressed profound gratitude for his safety, emphasizing that he emerged from the accident unscathed and his car sustained no significant damage. "Nothing do me oo, I came out unhurt," he assured his fans, recounting the terrifying moments when the brakes failed. He also took the opportunity to highlight the poor state of the road where the incident occurred, appealing directly to the government to complete the necessary repairs. This plea underscores a recurring concern for many Nigerian road users who face daily risks due to inadequate infrastructure.

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I pressed the brake, but it did not respond. I do not want to die. Ogun saved me. Nothing happened to me. My car is not damaged. Let the government come and complete this road.

Adding a layer of poignancy to the incident, Portable noted that the accident happened just a day before the naming ceremony for his newborn son, Fijabi. The near-miss served as a stark reminder of life's fragility, especially as he had already made preparations, including purchasing cows, for the celebratory event. The singer's relief was palpable as he reflected on the fortunate circumstances, particularly the absence of a trailer on the road during the critical moment of brake failure. This brush with danger, occurring so close to a joyous family occasion, undoubtedly adds another layer to Portable's already eventful public narrative.

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Nothing do me oo, I came out unhurt. I suddenly realised that the car had failed brake. I thank God my people did not come here to carry my corpse.