Singer Portable Surrenders to Ogun Police After Alleged Assault on Government Officials
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has turned himself in at the Ogun State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Eleweran, Abeokuta. His surrender comes days after the police declared him wanted for allegedly attacking three state officials during an enforcement exercise at his bar in Sango, Ogun State.
Portable Arrives at Ogun SCID
The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed Portable’s arrival in a press statement issued in Abeokuta on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
“We wish to inform the public that Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable, arrived at the State Criminal Investigation Department, Eleweran, Abeokuta, at exactly 13:23 hours today,” Odutola stated.
Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola
Ogun State Police command declare portable wanted
The police assured the public that due process would be followed in handling the case and urged against spreading unverified information.
Why Was Portable Declared Wanted?
According to the Ogun State Police Command, Portable was wanted for allegedly assaulting government officials from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development on February 5, 2025.
How the Incident Unfolded
- At 10:00 AM, three officials—TPL Onabanjo Abidemi, TPL Raymond Lateef, and TPL Ridwan Oyero Akinlesi—arrived at Odogwu Bar, a property linked to Portable, to conduct an enforcement exercise.
- The officials met an elderly man, later identified as Portable’s father, and requested the building’s approved plan.
- Portable’s father informed them that his son was unavailable.
- Moments later, Portable reportedly arrived with a firearm and a gang of nine thugs and launched a violent attack on the unarmed officials.
- The officials sustained injuries but managed to escape and reported the assault to the Ota Area Command.
- The police arrested nine accomplices, but Portable fled the scene and went into hiding.
Police Declared Him Wanted
After repeatedly ignoring multiple police invitations, the Ogun State Police Command obtained a court order declaring him wanted on Monday night, February 17, 2025.
What’s Next?
With Portable now in police custody, the Ogun State Police Command has assured the public that the investigation will be conducted transparently, and updates will be provided as necessary.
“The Command remains committed to upholding justice and maintaining public order,” Odutola emphasized.
Final Thoughts
This development marks a critical turning point in the case, and all eyes are on the police to see how the legal process unfolds. As the investigation progresses, Nigerians will be watching closely to see whether Portable faces prosecution or secures a resolution.
Stay updated on this developing story!
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