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Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been released from detention, bringing relief to fans and supporters after days of uncertainty surrounding his situation.
The news of his release was confirmed on social media by Portable’s manager, Baby Love, on Monday, January 19.
Taking to her official Instagram page, she shared a photo of herself with Portable, signalling the end of his detention and hinting at the behind-the-scenes efforts that led to his freedom.
As of the time of this report, neither Portable nor his legal representatives have issued a formal statement regarding the circumstances of his detention or any conditions attached to his release.
Recall that the Ogun State Police Command launched an investigation into a viral video showing Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, allegedly being assaulted while in police custody.
The video, which has been circulating widely on social media, particularly X, shows the Zazu crooner in handcuffs, shirtless, and tearfully pleading while seated on a couch in what appears to be a police holding area.
Reports suggest he was being beaten by some police personnel at a detention facility in Ogun State, sparking public outrage and renewed concerns over police conduct and human rights practices.
Reacting to the video, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed to Vanguard that Portable remains in custody but condemned the alleged assault.
“Let me give you a heads up before my official statement comes out,.
“Yes, he was arrested, and he is with us, but that is a different issue. What is important is the assault that was happening at the station. We don’t condone it,”DSP Babaseyi said
He stressed that the filming or public display of suspects is not permitted, noting that such actions endanger both the safety of suspects and the integrity of investigations.
“We don’t condone videoing suspects. We don’t even put suspects’ faces out. No matter who the suspect is, nobody should be treated in such a manner,” he said.
DSP Babaseyi added that the command has commenced an internal investigation and assured that any officer found culpable would face the law.
“The investigation is ongoing, and the officers involved, if found culpable, will be sent to the appropriate authorities. That process has already started,” he said.
Portable’s arrest follows allegations of assault against actress and skit maker Omobolarinde Akinyanju, better known as Ashabi Simple, who is one of the musician’s baby mamas and the mother of one of his children.
The incident reportedly occurred on January 1, 2026, at Portable’s bar in Ogun State, where Ashabi visited following an invitation from the singer.
According to reports, a heated argument ensued over Ashabi’s status in Portable’s life—she insisted on being recognized as a wife rather than a baby mama, while Portable maintained that only his legally married wife, Bewaji, holds that title.
The disagreement escalated into physical violence, with Ashabi accusing Portable of slapping her, beating her, seizing phones, and threatening her and her siblings with an axe.
Portable responded to the allegations in a lengthy Instagram video, expressing anger over a lawsuit filed by Ashabi and accusing her of infidelity.
While appearing in court, the presiding judge denied Portable bail, citing the absence of the allegedly assaulted police officer in court.
The judge insisted on seeing the officer before ruling on the bail application. Consequently, Portable was remanded in custody until a fresh bail consideration on January 19.
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Natasha Osawaru Reportedly Storms Abuja Nightclub Demands To See Husband Tuface, Shocking Video Emerges
People who claim they were at the 90s Lounge on Friday night, August 7, have shared accounts of what transpired at the club.
Videos shared online show politician Natasha Osawaru, covered in black from head-to-toe, surrounded by some men outside a club venue as chaos broke out around them.
Other videos show singer Tuface Idibia, in a bucket hat, coming outside the club to take Natasha with him into the club. She is later seen sitting beside him inside the club.
An eyewitness who claims he witnessed the drama has now shared details.
He claims that 2Baba’s wife, Natasha, stormed the club in Abuja with her entourage after allegedly learning that her husband was there.
2Baba was billed to perform at Faze’s grand opening of 90s Lounge, but there was a disruption when Natasha arrived, screaming to be allowed to see her husband.
“I am your wife” she allegedly screamed, adding, “My husband 2Baba is here.”
The eyewitness claimed the couple had not been on good terms for some time and that Natasha had struggled to reach 2Baba.
Upon learning he was at the lounge opening, she allegedly tracked him down and stormed the location.
Eventually, 2Baba came out, calmed the situation and took her into the club with him.
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Davido reacts as President Tinubu calls his Uncle, Gov Adeleke, moments after he ordered EFCC to vacate court order freezing Osun state govt account
Award-winning Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he was present when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu personally called Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to inform him that he had directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to lift the freeze placed on the state’s bank accounts.
The Afrobeats star made the disclosure on social media shortly after the Presidency confirmed that the President intervened in the matter, describing the moment as one of historical significance.
“I was there live! I witnessed history,” Davido wrote, suggesting that he personally witnessed the high-level telephone conversation between the President and the governor.
The development followed the EFCC’s decision to freeze the Osun State Government’s bank accounts on August 5, 2026, barely ten days before the state’s governorship election, a move that immediately generated widespread political reactions and concerns about its timing.
President Tinubu later issued a personal statement expressing discomfort over the action, saying he was “deeply embarrassed” by the timing of the account freeze because it could create the impression that the Federal Government was attempting to influence the forthcoming governorship election.
According to the President, regardless of the reasons behind the anti-graft agency’s decision, the action risked undermining public confidence in the electoral process and could be interpreted as federal interference in Osun State’s political affairs.
Following the President’s intervention, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed that Tinubu personally contacted Governor Adeleke to inform him that he had instructed the EFCC to reverse the decision and unfreeze the state’s accounts.
The reversal has since attracted significant public attention, particularly because it came after the President publicly distanced himself from the timing of the anti-corruption agency’s action.
Davido’s revelation that he witnessed the conversation has further fueled discussions online, with many social media users reacting to the singer’s proximity to the unfolding political development.
Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election in the upcoming governorship poll, is also Davido’s uncle, making the singer’s presence during the conversation unsurprising to many observers.
The lifting of the freeze is expected to allow the Osun State Government to regain access to its financial resources as preparations continue ahead of the governorship election.
A top Nollywood movie director, Dimbo Atiya, is dead.
Atiya reportedly died on Thursday morning.
Seun Oloketuyi, the founder of the Best of Nollywood Awards, BON, announced the sad news in an Instagram post on Thursday.
He wrote; “Dimba Atiya is dead. The top Nollywood director passed on this morning. Details later.”
Also sharing the deceased picture on Instagram, actor Mofe duncan wrote; “God no, not Dimbo. I’m devastated. One of the greatest minds of the entertainment industry.”
The cause of Dimbo’s death remains unknown as of the time of this report.
The news of his death came hours after the death of actress Tope Osoba.
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