Artiste Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as ‘Portable’ has been disqualified as a nominee at the forthcoming 15th Headies Awards.
The fast-rising artiste was disqualified due to the series of threats issued via his social media handle.
In May, Portable had threatened to cause harm to other nominees in the categories he was nominated for if the organizers failed to declare him the winner.
Portable, earlier this month, also published a video on social media stating that he is the founder of the notorious group, ‘One Million Boys’.
“We shall not condone reckless and uncouth statements from artists and hereby disassociate ourselves from any individual linked to such assembly or activities linked to him as described,” the Headies said.
According to the organizers,
“The music industry demands all-around excellence. young artists need to be potential role models to exude professional responsibility, proper decorum, and respect for others.”
Portable had been nominated for two categories: Best Street Artist and Rookie of the Year.
