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Portable Arraigned in Ogun Court Over Assault and N12 Million Car Theft
Controversial singer Habeed Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, was arraigned at the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, on Monday over a nine-count criminal charge. According to Nivo News, the charges include assault, theft, causing harm, and resisting arrest.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The arraignment follows a viral video showing the singer in police custody, reportedly in connection with a complaint filed by his estranged partner, Ashabi Simple. The prosecution alleges that Portable assaulted Ashabi, several police officers, and other individuals at his bar in Iyana Ilogbo on New Year’s Day. Other alleged victims named in the case include Ileyemi Damilola, Akinyanju Oluwabusayomi, Olowu Olumide, Demilade Ogunniyi, and Ebuka Odah.
Portable is also accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300 valued at N12 million, reportedly purchased from Wally Dex Auto and belonging to Ileyemi Damilola. Two siblings of Ashabi Simple testified to the alleged assault, although Ashabi herself was absent from court.
The police further allege that Portable obstructed and assaulted female police inspector Ogungbe Olayemi while she was on duty. The presiding judge denied bail, citing the absence of the allegedly assaulted police officer in court, and stated that the officer must be present before considering bail. Portable was consequently remanded in custody, with a new bail hearing scheduled for January 19, 2026.
Senegalese singer Akon has sparked mixed reactions after sharing his views on love, commitment, and monogamy.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an interview with The Shade Room, the Smack That hitmaker claimed that men are not naturally built to be with only one partner, saying it goes against human nature.
According to him, many men are drawn to multiple partners, but what truly matters is self-control and emotional loyalty rather than strict exclusivity.
The businessman also drew a distinction between “commitment” and “faithfulness,” explaining that a man may feel attraction to others but still choose to remain devoted to one partner in practice.
The father of nine said faithfulness is about staying emotionally dedicated to one person despite temptations, while admitting that complete commitment to one partner is, in his view, unrealistic for men.
He said: “We’re not committed. We’re not built to be committed. We’re natural beings by nature, right? Okay. We populate because that’s how God created us to be…”
He added that faithfulness is about choosing one partner despite temptations, while describing commitment as something men often struggle with due to nature.
Veteran Nigerian singer African China has said that surviving in the music industry requires the ability to defend oneself, including knowing how to “fight” and stay protected.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the “Mr President” crooner made this known on a recent episode of the Beer Parlour Talk podcast, where he spoke about his experiences in the industry.
According to him, making conscious music put his life at risk, forcing him to take measures to protect himself, including the use of traditional spiritual practices (juju).
He also revealed that he learned martial arts due to constant threats, claiming that security operatives, OPC members, and area boys often targeted him because of his controversial songs.
African China said he was frequently on the run during his active years, adding that he relied on informants and audience warnings to avoid being attacked during performances.
He maintained that the environment at the time was hostile, and survival in the industry required constant alertness and self-protection.
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“Love Is Transactional” — Omawumi Sparks Debate, Says Women Have Always Been Demanding.
Nigerian singer Omawumi Megbele, popularly known as Omawumi, has said that love has always been transactional.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
She made the statement during an interview with Pulse while reacting to ongoing debates about modern relationships being overly transactional.
According to the ‘Bottom Belle’ singer, the concept isn’t new but has evolved over time, becoming more demanding compared to earlier years.
She explained that in the past, simple gestures like buying ice cream or popcorn were enough to impress a woman, but today, expectations have grown significantly due to modern lifestyle and economic realities.
Omawumi also noted that society often exaggerates the transactional nature of relationships by overlooking the role women play in reciprocation. She added that many men who complain about such dynamics often choose partners with expensive tastes.
“Love has always been transactional. Women have always been demanding since the beginning of time. Back then, you could impress your crush with ice cream and popcorn, but now it’s something like an iPhone,” she said.
In a related development, the singer recently spoke about her past relationships with late rapper Dagrin and late producer Dokta Frabz during an interview with Jay On Air.
She described her relationship with Dagrin as purely platonic, noting that they were close and spent time together but were never romantically involved, despite past rumours following their 2009 collaboration, “Thank God.”
However, Omawumi confirmed that she was romantically involved with the late producer Dokta Frabz.
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