Controversial Nigerian singer Portable, real name Habeeb Okikiola, has been granted bail by the Isabo Magistrate Court in Abeokuta following his arraignment on multiple charges, including assault and obstruction of government officials.
Portable Pleads Not Guilty to All Charges
After surrendering to the Lagos State Criminal Investigations Department (SCID) on Wednesday, Portable was transferred to the Ogun State Police Headquarters before being presented in court on Thursday.
The singer faced a five-count charge, including conspiracy, assault, being armed with dangerous weapons, and conduct likely to cause harm. However, he pleaded not guilty to all allegations.
His lawyer, Oluwatoyin Ayodele, pleaded for bail, assuring the court that Portable is now remorseful and has learned his lesson.
Court Grants N2M Bail, Adjourns Case
Magistrate O. L. Oke granted Portable bail in the sum of ₦2 million with one surety in like sum. The case has been adjourned until March 5 for trial.
Portable’s Aides Also Face Charges
Alongside Portable, nine of his aides were also arraigned on similar charges, including:
• Nurudeen Warris (21)
• Adetola Alashe (25)
• Samuel Adeleke (28)
• Oluwaseun Ayenuwa (19)
• Oluwapelumi Adeosun (20)
• Gospel Kanu (20)
• Precious Ohiegebo (19)
• Ifeoluwa Babatunde (27)
• Fatimo Muhammed (26)
They were accused of felony, assault, obstruction of public officers, and conduct likely to breach public peace.
Ogun State Government Condemns Portable’s Actions
The Ogun State Government strongly condemned Portable’s alleged actions, describing him as a “serial dissident and unrepentant rascal.”
The charges stem from a February 5, 2025, incident, where Portable and his associates allegedly attacked three town planners—Abidemi Onabanjo, Ramon Lateef, and Akinpelumi Oyero—who were performing their official duties at Odogwu Bar, owned by Portable in Sango, Ogun State.
What’s Next for Portable?
With his trial set for March, all eyes are on whether Portable can clear his name or if his controversial antics will land him in more trouble.
