Nigerian street-pop sensation Portable’s marriage has come under intense public scrutiny following recent photos of his wife Bewaji, which sparked widespread speculation about possible domestic violence. The controversy erupted after the “Zazu” crooner shared seemingly innocent photos of his wife on Instagram, accompanied by warm wishes and prayers for her continued success.
The social media storm began when eagle-eyed followers noticed what they perceived as signs of physical abuse behind Bewaji’s makeup, leading to a flood of concerned comments. Several fans took to the comment section to express their worries, with one user, Ayo_mi_dee, suggesting that Bewaji was “recovering from serious beating,” while another commenter, Tawa Arik, claimed that signs of abuse were “very noticeable” on her face.
Bewaji quickly jumped to her husband’s defense, challenging the accusations and demanding evidence from those making such serious allegations. She questioned whether her recent absence from social media had fueled these speculations, urging her critics to “fear God” and stop spreading what she maintained were false narratives about her marriage.
This latest controversy adds to a series of public disputes involving Portable’s complex romantic life. Recently, the singer publicly confronted his girlfriend Dami, accusing her of attempted home-wrecking and expressing relief that his marriage survived her influence. The situation grew more complicated when Portable became embroiled in a separate conflict with another of his baby mamas, Ashabi, warning her against interfering in his marriage.
The tumultuous nature of Portable and Bewaji’s relationship became public knowledge in May when the couple notably unfollowed each other on Instagram following a dispute over Bewaji’s social media presence. The conflict escalated when Bewaji posted a cryptic message about ingratitude, prompting Portable to assert that she owed her relevance to his name. The situation reached a critical point when Portable threatened to evict her from their matrimonial home over a birthday caption where she described herself as “Queen of Herself.”
Despite these public altercations, the couple has shown resilience in maintaining their relationship. Their reconciliation was marked by a romantic getaway to Nairobi, Kenya, where they shared loved-up videos that temporarily silenced critics. However, the recent allegations of domestic violence have reignited public concern about the nature of their relationship.
The ongoing situation has sparked broader discussions about domestic violence in Nigerian entertainment circles and the role of social media in either exposing or potentially misrepresenting private matters. Bewaji’s strong denial of abuse allegations and her challenge to accusers to provide evidence highlights the complexity of navigating such sensitive issues in the public eye.
Portable’s recent social media post about Bewaji struck a notably different tone from previous public statements, as he referred to her as “Mama Zeh” and “Queen Ayoola,” praying for her continued success and blessing. This public display of affection stands in stark contrast to their previous confrontations, though it has failed to quell public speculation about their relationship’s dynamics.
As this story continues to develop, it underscores the challenges faced by public figures in maintaining privacy while living under constant social media surveillance. The situation also raises important questions about the responsibility of social media users in making serious allegations without concrete evidence, balanced against the genuine concern for potential victims of domestic violence.
The controversy shows no signs of abating as supporters and critics continue to debate the true nature of Portable and Bewaji’s relationship, while the couple maintains their united front against what they claim are baseless accusations.
