Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, was on Monday arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Ota, Ogun State, over multiple criminal allegations including assault, theft, causing bodily harm and resisting arrest.

The singer is facing a nine-count charge, according to the Ogun State Police Command. Confirming the development, the state police spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the charges stem from a series of incidents involving the artiste, notably an alleged assault on his estranged partner, Ashabi Simple, and other individuals.

Portable’s court appearance followed the circulation of a viral video on Sunday showing him in police custody. The video was reportedly connected to a complaint lodged by Ashabi Simple, who accused the singer of physically assaulting her.

Prosecutors told the court that the alleged incident occurred on New Year’s Day at Portable’s bar located in the Iyana Ilogbo area of Ogun State, where he was said to have attacked Ashabi, several police officers, and other individuals.

In addition to the assault allegations, Portable was accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300 valued at ₦12 million. The vehicle reportedly belongs to one Ileyemi Damilola and was allegedly obtained from Wally Dex Auto under questionable circumstances.

Other alleged victims listed in the charge include Akinyanju Oluwabusayomi, Olowu Olumide, Demilade Ogunniyi and Ebuka Odah.

During the proceedings, siblings of Ashabi Simple testified before the court as witnesses to the alleged assault, although the complainant herself was absent. The police also accused Portable of obstructing and assaulting a female police officer, Inspector Ogungbe Olayemi, while she was performing her official duties.

After listening to the testimonies, the presiding judge declined to grant the singer bail, citing the absence of the police officer who was allegedly assaulted. The court ruled that the officer must appear before any decision on bail could be made.

Consequently, Portable was remanded in custody, while the court adjourned the matter to January 19 for a fresh bail hearing.

Meanwhile, the Ogun State Police Command has ordered an investigation into a separate viral video showing the singer allegedly being assaulted while in police custody. Authorities say the probe is ongoing as efforts continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

The trial of Nigerian punter, Benjamin Best aka Killaboi, begins on Thursday, 15.

Cordelia Okonye, the mother of Augusta Onuwabhagbe who was k!lled in 2023, gave the update on her Instastories. She said the trial will be heard at the High Court , Tafawa Balewa Square and enjoined everyone to come listen to K!llaboi confess.

Recall that Killaboi allegedly m#rdered Miss Onuwabhagbe, a 21-year-old first-class student of Lead City University, Ibadan, at his residence located at No. 24a Abiola Apooyi Street, Oral Estate, Ajah, Lagos, on 13th July 2023.

He fled Nigeria and was declared wanted by the Nigerian authorities.

He was later arrested in Qatar in February 2025 and extradited to Nigeria in April 2025.

Abiodun mourns passing of Mama Lucia Onabanjo

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed deep condolences to the family of former Governor of Ogun State, Chief Victor Olabisi Onabanjo, over the passing of their matriarch, Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo, who died at the age of 101.

In a statement issued in Abeokuta on Tuesday, Governor Abiodun described the demise of Mama Onabanjo as the end of a glorious era, noting that she lived a highly exemplary, fulfilled, and distinguished life devoted to God, family, and humanity.

The Governor said that although the loss of a mother is always painful, regardless of age, Mama Lucia’s transition at 101 is also worthy of celebration, given her impactful life and enduring legacy.

According to him, Mama Onabanjo stood firmly by her husband, the late Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, through his historic struggles for democracy, human rights, and social justice in Nigeria.

He said:

“After a glorious epoch in which she joined her husband, our Papa, Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, in the fight for democracy, the delivery of its dividends on a massive scale, and the advancement of human rights and social justice, Mama has now been reunited with Papa in glory.

“Mama was a treasure and a source of joy to all who knew her. She consistently supported us with her prayers and goodwill, spreading joy, comfort, and hope to everyone around her.

“I commiserate with the Onabanjo family, even as I celebrate them for the great gift that Mama was to all of us.

“She stood by her husband through thick and thin and raised children and grandchildren who are today highly distinguished in diverse fields of human endeavour, breaking records and contributing meaningfully to society.

“We bless the Lord for her long and fulfilled life, her legacy of love, strength, deep faith, and commitment to development.

“We will miss her warmth, her wise counsel, her passion for progress, and her prayers. May the Good Lord grant her eternal rest in His bosom.”

Governor Abiodun prayed that God would grant the Onabanjo family, friends, and associates the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.