- Nigerian singer Portable has reacted to his bail conditions which included N2m, and restriction from speaking on social media
- TheTalk.NG earlier reported that the judge who handled the singer’s case ordered him not to talk on social media
- A video captured the moment Zazu stepped out of the courtroom after hearing his bail condition and what he did immediately after that is buzzing the internet
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus aka Portable has been granted bail of N2 million after he was arraigned in court.
Recall that the Zazu Zeh crooner finally turned himself in on February 19, 2025, after he was declared wanted on February 17, by the Ogun state government for allegedly attacking some town planning officers in the state.
Portable reacts to his bail conditions.
Credit: @portablebaebySource: Instagram
After appearing before the Isabo magistrate court sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun state, the Tony Montana star pleaded not guilty to the five-count charges bordering on conspiracy, assault, and restriction, armed with cutlasses and guns, and conduct likely to cause harm.
According to reports from Vanguard, nine of the singer’s aides were also arraigned for similar charges after they allegedly assaulted one Abidemi Onabanjo, Ramon Lateef, and Akinpelumi Oyero who are town planners in the state who went on official duty to Portable’s Odogwu bar.
Portable’s legal counsel, Ayodele Oluwatoyin, urged the court to grant the singer bail, stating that he was remorseful and had learned his lesson. The singer was then granted bail of N2 million with one surety in like sum with his case adjourned till March 5, 2025.
A report also disclosed that the judge restricted Portable from addressing the ongoing case on social media as usual otherwise, he would lose his bail. He was also warned not to talk to the media until the final determination of the case.
Portable’s solicitor said the magistrate also warned the singer not to interfere with the case or fight with anybody.
Portable pleaded guilty for assaulting government officials.
Credit: @portablebaebySource: Instagram
Portable reacts to bail conditions
A video captured the moment Portable walked out of the courtroom after hearing his bail conditions.
He was seen with his lawyers and close associates. The Zazu leader paused to sit on the floor of the court premises, while his team tried to lift him so they could leave.
Portable hesitated, showing reluctance until he was eventually forced to get into the car.
Surprisingly he remained unusually quiet as he sat inside the vehicle
Watch the video below:
Portable’s video in court premises trends
See what Netizens are saying:
simeonhellah said:
“Imagine how our world beat is being dragged 😂😂 why na.”
coolxty:
“Something he will release EP this night and narrate to us, stay there.”
crissnow.cc wrote:
“His freedom of speech has been denied.”
ricowhiteny said:
“ONLY PORTABLE CAN PULL THIS OFF 🫵🏾.”
big_woo11 wrote:
“After God na government.”
zahki_lion said:
“Wait for his next album.”
What Portable allegedly did to government officials
TheTalk.NG earlier reported that Portable was in trouble and likely aware of the gravity of the situation.
A popular influencer on Elon Musk’s X accused the musician of attacking government officials who were assigned to work at his location.
The influencer, in a lengthy tweet, narrated how the Tony Montana hitmaker allegedly assaulted the agents and was in hiding.
Source: TheTalk.NG
