Nigerian singer Timaya recently shared why he admires the controversial artist Portable, pointing out their similar personalities.

In an interview with Channels Television, Timaya recounted discovering Portable’s music and feeling a connection to him. “That’s why I like Portable; he reminds me of myself. I was a wild guy,” he said.
He also talked about how his image has changed over time. While he’s now seen as ‘unproblematic,’ he admitted to having a wild side in his earlier days. “Gen Z doesn’t know me. I was crazy, like fire, but I’ve grown a lot since then,” he explained.

Timaya also addressed a rumour about a negative encounter with military personnel, declaring it untrue and stating, “It was all a strategy.”
Overall, his comments provide a glimpse into his past and how he has evolved as an artist and person.