Davido joins Carter Efe in celebration after his boxing win over Portable, as clips of their nightclub moment trend online
Nigerian award-winning singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, joined skitmaker Carter Efe in Lagos to celebrate his victory over singer Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, in a celebrity boxing match.
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Carter Efe emerged winner of the high-profile bout held in Lagos, earning the title of celebrity boxing champion.
He also received N50 million from businessman Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money, alongside other rewards including a German visa package.
Shortly after the event, Davido was seen in a series of viral videos at a nightclub with Carter Efe and members of their entourage, where the group celebrated the victory in a lively atmosphere.
In one of the clips, Davido embraced Carter Efe warmly, while another showed the skitmaker proudly displaying his championship belt as the singer laughed and cheered alongside him.
The Davido Celebrates Carter Efe moment quickly gained traction online, with fans reacting to the victory and the celebratory outing.
Some social media users praised the support, while others reflected on Portable’s loss in the match.
Portable, however, reacted to the outcome with strong criticism, alleging foul play during the bout. He claimed his opponent used unfair tactics and questioned the legitimacy of the result.
The singer also demanded financial compensation, stating that he deserved a larger payout and citing personal circumstances during the fight, including claims related to his family situation at the time.
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Despite the controversy, the event continues to generate widespread attention across social media, with debates ongoing about the fairness of the match and the reactions of those involved.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
