Portable’s Proteges Arraigned for Allegedly Assaulting Ogun Officials

Nine proteges of popular Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, have been arraigned before a Magistrates’ Court in Isabo, Abeokuta, for allegedly assaulting officers of the Ota Zonal Planning Office of the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

According to the Police

The Ogun State Police arraigned the nine defendants on Thursday, charging them with conspiracy, assault, and conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace. The police alleged that the defendants, who are all proteges of Portable, had attacked officials of the Ota Zonal Planning Office on January 24.

The Incident

According to the police, the defendants had accompanied Portable to the Ota Zonal Planning Office to settle a dispute over a building project. However, the situation escalated, and the defendants allegedly attacked the officials, causing them bodily harm.

Portable’s History with the Law

This isn’t Portable’s first brush with the law. In April 2023, he was arrested by the Ogun State Police Command after failing to comply with a 72-hour ultimatum to surrender himself in connection with an alleged assault.

Portable’s Music Career

Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper born on March 12, 1994, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. He gained mainstream attention after releasing the single “ZaZoo Zehh,” featuring Olamide and Poco Lee.

Reaction from Fans

Fans of Portable have taken to social media to react to the news, with some expressing shock and disappointment, while others have come to his defense.

Conclusion

The arraignment of Portable’s proteges is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the law and the rights of others.