The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of popular Nigerian musician, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, after he surrendered to authorities in Lagos.
Spokesperson for the Ogun Police Command, CSP Omolola Odutola, stated that Portable is now being held at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta.
According to Odutola, the singer arrived at the SCID at exactly 1:23 PM on February 19, 2025.
Portable had been declared wanted by the Ogun State Police Command over his alleged involvement in a violent attack on government officials who were carrying out their lawful duties on February 5, 2025.
According to reports, the singer allegedly led a group of men to assault officials from the Ogun State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development near his business premises.
The enforcement officers sustained various injuries but managed to escape and later reported the incident to the Ota Area Command, which escalated the case to the SCID.
While nine of Portable’s accomplices were arrested, the singer evaded capture, leading the police to obtain a valid court order declaring him wanted.
The Ogun State Police Command has assured the public that due process will be followed in handling the matter and that updates will be provided as necessary.
“We urge members of the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information. The Ogun State Police Command remains committed to upholding justice and maintaining public order,” Odutola stated.
