Kwara Police Confirm Arrest of Portable Over Alleged Threat to Osupa Life

The Nigerian police Force, Kwara State Command has confirmed the arrest of the hip hop artist Mr. Habeeb Okikiola Badmus popularly known as Portable.

The command in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi anipr and made available to the journalists in the late hours of Sunday said the arrest followed a petition submitted to the Command by Mr. Okunola Saheed, popularly known as Osupa.

The statement reads in detail: “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.

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“The petition borders on serious allegations which include criminal defamation, a 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.

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“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 19:25hrs. 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.

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“The Kwara State Police Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served in a fair and transparent manner. We urge members of the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information. Further updates on the case will be communicated as events unfold.”

A video of Portable had earlier surfaced online where the artist sat inside a car and alleged of been arrested by Police.