AUTHORITY of the Nigeria Police Kwara State Command has apprehended popular music artist, Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, a.k.a “Portable” over the alleged criminal defamation among other offences.
ROYAL NEWS reports that the arrest followed a petition written against the suspect by one Mr. Okunola Saheed, popularly known as “Osupa,”.
A statement issued on Sunday night by the Police Spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said: “Police detectives of Kwara Command have taken lawful steps in line with due process to investigate the allegations.
“The petition borders on serious allegations which includes criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, character assassination, conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and the use of abusive and insulting words.”
She added that, “In view of the weight of these allegations and the supporting evidence presented, the Command secured a valid arrest warrant from a Magistrate Court sitting in Ilorin.
“Acting on this warrant, operatives from the Command proceeded to Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday, 13th April 2025, where the suspect was apprehended at about 19:25hrs. He was immediately brought to Ilorin for further investigations.
“Upon his arrival, the suspect’s statement was taken in the presence of legal representatives from both parties. He is currently in custody and arrangements are being made to charge him to court without delay.”
Ejire-Adeyemi therefore affirmed that “Kwara State Police Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served in a fair and transparent manner.
“We urge members of the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information. Further updates on the case will be communicated as events unfold.”
