Police nab Portable for threatening to kill Fuji star Saheed Osupa
The police command in Kwara has said controversial artiste Portable is in its custody over alleged defamation and threat to life.
This was disclosed in a statement by the command’s spokeswoman, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, in Ilorin.
”The suspect was arrested following a petition received from one Mr Okunola Saheed, popularly known as Osupa. Police detectives in Kwara command have taken lawful steps in line with due process to investigate the allegations.
“The petition borders on serious allegations which include criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, character assassination, conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and the use of abusive and insulting words,” said the statement.
The police added, “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, on Saturday, where the suspect was apprehended at about 19:25hrs.”
The police added that Portable was arrested 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,” the police said.
(NAN)
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