In the midst of celebrating Afropop musician Portable’s birthday, actress Laide Bakare has drawn significant backlash from fans and netizens over her comment on the singer’s celebratory Instagram post. The tension between Bakare and Portable, which has been simmering following previous exchanges where Bakare notably criticized Portable, escalated with her latest social media interaction.
Portable at 30 birthday, shared a heartfelt message and photos of himself in traditional attire on Instagram, expressing gratitude for life and the journey thus far. “Happy birthday to me! On this special day, I celebrate the gift of life, the journey of growth, and the beauty of being uniquely me. May this year be filled with love, laughter, and the sweetest moments that life has to offer. Zazuu God sent Ogo Tun Tun,” Portable wrote, inviting well-wishers to share in his joy.
However, Laide Bakare’s response, consisting solely of laughing emojis, was met with disapproval by many of Portable’s fans and followers. Critics of Bakare’s comment viewed it as disrespectful, given the known discord between the two celebrities. Fans quickly came to Portable’s defense, calling out Bakare for what they perceived as inappropriate and unwelcome behavior on such a celebratory post.
Comments from netizens included pointed criticisms of Bakare’s actions, with some questioning her intentions and others outright condemning her for adding negativity to the birthday wishes. “Agbaya niyin oooo. If he insults you now. What are you doing here?” one user wrote, highlighting the inappropriateness of her comment amidst the celebration. Others urged Bakare to simply wish Portable a happy birthday or refrain from commenting at all if she couldn’t offer positive sentiments.
This incident has spotlighted the complex dynamics of celebrity interactions on social media and the passionate involvement of fans in defending their favored stars. As the situation unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the impact of public figures’ interactions online and the broader conversations around respect and positivity in the digital age.
