Portable Arrested Over Alleged Defamation of Fuji Icon Saheed Osupa

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command following a petition filed by veteran Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. The petition alleges that Portable engaged in criminal defamation, threats to life, incitement, character assassination, and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace. The allegations stem from the use of abusive and insulting language directed at Osupa on social media and other public platforms .​

According to a statement from the Kwara State Police Command, the arrest was made after securing a valid warrant from a Magistrate Court in Ilorin. Portable was apprehended in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday, April 13, 2025, at approximately 7:25 p.m., and was subsequently transported to Ilorin for further investigation. The police confirmed that Portable remains in custody and arrangements are underway to charge him in court .​

The arrest follows a period of tension between the two musicians, which escalated after Portable made derogatory remarks about Osupa in a viral video. In response to the arrest, Portable has appealed to the public to intervene on his behalf, claiming that he had apologized to Osupa and sought assistance from others to facilitate a resolution .​

This incident highlights the growing concern over the conduct of public figures on social media and the potential legal consequences of defamatory statements. The Kwara State Police Command has urged the public to avoid speculation and allow due process to take its course .​

As the case develops, it serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible communication and the legal implications of online behavior.