Portable sparks debate, claims musicians earn more than footballers

Nigerian singer, Portable has made a controversial statement, asserting that musicians earn more than footballers, drug dealers, and ritualists.

While in a viral video, Portable argued that the music industry generates more revenue than the sports and illegal drug trades combined. Also, he cited the massive profits made by music streaming services like Apple Music as evidence. He claimed that athletes cannot compete monetarily with artists.

Meanwhile, Portable's statement that musicians earn more than footballers has sparked a heated debate in the entertainment industry, with many disagreeing with his claims. While some have argued that top footballers earn significantly more than musicians, others have pointed out that the music industry has a wider reach and more lucrative streaming deals.

“Music money is bigger than football money. Music money is bigger than rituáls or fráud money.” — Portable settles the debate. pic.twitter.com/CcbgHTwrIs
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