Video of Portable Being Taken to Prison Goes Viral Online

A video showing controversial Nigerian singer Habeed Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, being conveyed in a security vehicle on his way to prison has sparked widespread reactions on social media.

The footage emerged shortly after the singer was arraigned on Monday at the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State. Portable is facing a nine-count criminal charge filed by the police following his recent arrest.

According to the Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, the charges against the singer include assault, theft, causing bodily harm, and resisting arrest. Police authorities said the charges stem from investigations into a series of alleged violent incidents involving the artist.

The viral clip captured the moment Portable was transported from court to prison custody, a development that quickly drew attention and commentary across various online platforms.

Prosecutors alleged that the singer assaulted his estranged partner, Ashabi Simple, alongside some police officers and other individuals at his bar in the Iyana Ilogbo area on New Year’s Day. Several other individuals were also listed as alleged victims in the charge, including Ileyemi Damilola, Akinyanju Oluwabusayomi, Olowu Olumide, Demilade Ogunniyi, and Ebuka Odah.

In addition, Portable is accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300 valued at ₦12 million, reportedly owned by Ileyemi Damilola and purchased from Wally Dex Auto. The police further alleged that he obstructed and assaulted a female police inspector, Ogungbe Olayemi, while she was carrying out her official duties.

During the court session, the presiding judge declined to grant the singer bail, ruling that the allegedly assaulted police officer must be present in court before any bail application can be considered. Consequently, Portable was remanded in custody and subsequently transferred to prison.

The case has continued to generate intense public interest, with many Nigerians closely following developments surrounding the embattled singer.