Police Arrest Portable Over Alleged Criminal Defamation, Threat To Life
Popular Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, widely known as Portable, has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command over allegations of criminal defamation and other related offences.
The arrest was made in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday following a petition submitted by one Okunola Saheed, also known as ‘Osupa.’
According to a statement issued on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the petition prompted immediate action from police operatives.
The statement read, “The Kwara State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that following a petition received from one Mr. Okunola Saheed, popularly known as ‘Osupa,’ against Mr. Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, also known in the entertainment industry as ‘Portable.’
“Police detectives of Kwara Command have taken lawful steps in line with due process to investigate the allegations.
“The petition borders on serious allegations which includes criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, character assassination, conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and the use of abusive and insulting words.
“In view of the weight of these allegations and the supporting evidence presented, the Command secured a valid arrest warrant from a Magistrate Court sitting in Ilorin.
“Acting on this warrant, operatives from the Command proceeded to Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday, 13th April 2025, where the suspect was apprehended at about 19:25 hrs. He was immediately brought to Ilorin for further investigations.
“Upon his arrival, the suspect’s statement was taken in the presence of legal representatives from both parties. He is currently in custody, and arrangements are being made to charge him to court without delay.
“The state police command reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served in a fair and transparent manner, urging members of the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information,” the statement concluded
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