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Controversial singer Portable has been released from prison after meeting his bail conditions.
The ‘Zazu’ crooner regained his freedom on Monday, January 19, after spending a week in detention.
The singer was arrested and detained for allegedly assaulting his baby mama, Ashabi Simple, her siblings, and stealing a car.
In a video trending on social media, Portable claimed innocence, stating “they lied against me”.
The drama began on New Year’s Eve when a heated exchange between Portable and Ashabi went viral.
Ashabi and her siblings accused Portable of assault and theft, leading to his arrest and nine-count charge.
Portable was arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Ota, Ogun State, and was remanded in prison pending a fresh bail hearing.
The presiding judge had adjourned the hearing till Monday, January 19, 2026, when Portable was released after meeting his bail conditions. (Via The Nation)
