Controversial Nigerian street-hop artist, Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been sentenced to three months in prison by a Chief Magistrate Court in Ifo, Ogun State. The sentencing comes after the court found him guilty of assaulting a police officer and resisting arrest during an incident that occurred on November 18, 2022, in Okeosa, Ilogbo.
Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo delivered the verdict, stating that Portable was guilty on two counts: assault and resisting arrest. For the first count, he was sentenced to one month in prison with an option of a ₦10,000 fine, and for the second count, two months in prison with an option of a ₦20,000 fine. This brings the total sentence to three months, with a cumulative fine option of ₦30,000.
The case dates back to an incident where Portable was captured on video assaulting a police officer and obstructing the execution of an arrest warrant. The police prosecutor, Inspector Olumide Awoleke, informed the court that the singer's actions were in violation of Sections 351 and 517 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State. ))
In addition to the assault charges, Portable faced allegations related to the theft of musical equipment, including a Yamaha H55 studio monitor and an AKG P420 condenser microphone. However, the court's ruling focused on the assault and obstruction charges.
Portable's legal troubles have sparked discussions about the responsibilities of public figures and the consequences of unlawful behavior. As of now, it remains unclear whether the singer has opted to pay the fines or serve the prison term.
Fans and observers await further updates on Portable's response to the court's decision and any potential appeals or statements from his legal team.
