Soso Soberekon Pledges N20 Million Prize For Speed Darlington Vs Portable Rematch

Renowned Nigerian music executive and talent manager, Soso Soberekon, has made headlines after announcing a ₦20 million prize for a highly anticipated rematch between artists Speed Darlington and Portable, following their recent celebrity boxing bout.

The original match, dubbed “Chaos in the Rings”, saw Portable emerge victorious after a heated and widely viewed match on Friday night. Fans across Nigeria and beyond tuned in for the spectacle, which blended entertainment and controversy in equal measure.

Shortly after the defeat, Speed Darlington took to Instagram to express dissatisfaction with the outcome, alleging that Portable used “juju” (traditional charms) to gain an unfair advantage. The post quickly went viral and sparked debates on social media, leading to calls for a rematch.

In response, Soso Soberekon commented directly under Darlington’s post, offering ₦20 million to the winner of a potential rematch. His comment read:

“Rematch 20m for the winner. @speeddarlintv you have my number or tell the promoters to reach out to me.”

The announcement has added even more fuel to the already buzzing entertainment scene in Nigeria. Fans are now waiting eagerly to see whether the rematch will materialize and if Speed Darlington can redeem himself.

This high-stakes celebrity match is another reflection of the rising popularity of entertainment boxing events in Nigeria, echoing the growing global trend of influencers and musicians stepping into the ring.

For more on celebrity showdowns and entertainment updates, check out our Entertainment category here on LMSINT Media.

For global celebrity boxing trends, visit BBC Sport – Celebrity Boxing for more industry insights.