Speed Darlington, clearly frustrated by the outcome, stirred controversy by claiming that “juju” was behind Portable’s win, saying he regretted not resorting to charms himself. The entertainer insisted he should’ve used spiritual protection, fueling speculation and banter online.
Meanwhile, Portable soaked in the moment, flaunting his triumph and attributing his success to divine support. His Instagram was flooded with celebratory messages, and he reportedly received a ₦20 million cash gift from Burna Boy as a reward for his performance.
The chaotic bout, part of the much-hyped “Chaos In The Ring” event, may have ended early, but the drama surrounding it is far from over.
Speed Darlington’s comments on X further fueled the controversy, as he speculated that Portable’s victory may have been influenced by spiritual means. He expressed disbelief over his shoulder injury, attributing the dislocation to a mysterious force, and lamented the financial reward Portable would receive for the win.
“I didn’t even feel tired, but my shoulder just gave way,” he said, questioning whether juju played a role in his defeat. He emphasized his frustration over the outcome, expressing regret at not having used charms himself and revealing that doctors had advised him against continuing the match due to the risk of surgery.
Despite the claim of injury, Darlington’s remarks added fuel to the already fiery post-match exchanges, with fans divided over the nature of the victory and the use of “juju” in the celebrity boxing scene.#newsafro_
