Ogun Court charges and detains singer Portable for alleged assault and car theft

Controversial artist Habeed Okikiola, known as Portable, was brought before the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, on Monday, facing nine criminal charges.

According to Ogun State Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi, these charges include assault, theft, causing harm, and resisting arrest. Portable’s court appearance came after a video circulated online showing him in police custody, reportedly stemming from a complaint made by his former partner, Ashabi Simple.

Authorities allege that Portable attacked Ashabi, several police officers, and other individuals at his bar in Iyana Ilogbo on New Year’s Day. The victims listed in the case include Ileyemi Damilola, Akinyanju Oluwabusayomi, Olowu Olumide, Demilade Ogunniyi, and Ebuka Odah.

Additionally, Portable is accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300, valued at N12 million, from Ileyemi Damilola and selling it through Wally Dex Auto. In court, two of Ashabi Simple’s siblings provided testimony about the alleged assault, although she was not present.

The police also alleged that Portable obstructed and assaulted a female officer, Inspector Ogungbe Olayemi, while she was performing her duties. The judge presiding over the case denied Portable bail, emphasizing the need to hear from the allegedly assaulted officer before making a ruling. Portable was subsequently taken into custody, with a new bail hearing set for January 19.