CELEBRITIES

PORTABLE CRIES OUT: "DEM DON DEY USE POLICE FIND ME AGAIN!"
The street-hop artist made startling claims about his recent encounters with law enforcement:
"Them hear say ODOWGU don send money, them don start to dey use police dey look for me again. Make sha no k‘!l me because this don dey too much."
Context Behind the Outcry
Recent Legal Troubles: This complaint comes barely a week after Portable's last release from police detention
Burna Boy Connection: The artist references a rumored financial transaction following his much-publicized musical challenge with Grammy winner Burna Boy
Pattern of Arrests: This would mark at least the fifth known police encounter for the controversial singer in the past two years
Industry Reactions
The music community has responded with mixed reactions:
Some colleagues have expressed solidarity with the singer
Critics suggest Portable's legal troubles stem from his own controversial behavior
Legal experts caution against making unsubstantiated claims about police misconduct
Police Response
When contacted for comment, Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer Benjamin Hundeyin stated:
"The Nigeria Police Force operates within the bounds of the law. We do not arrest citizens based on personal vendettas. If Mr. Okikiola has specific complaints, we encourage him to follow proper channels."
Deepening Controversy
This latest incident adds to Portable's growing list of legal entanglements, which include:
Multiple assault allegations
Contract disputes with show promoters
Previous arrests for disorderly conduct
What's Next?
As the situation develops, observers are watching for:
Possible police response to these allegations
Reactions from Burna Boy's camp regarding the referenced transaction
Potential impact on Portable's scheduled performances
The singer's claims have sparked renewed debate about celebrity-police relations in Nigeria and the potential misuse of law enforcement in personal disputes.
Editor's Note: This story is developing. We will update with official statements from all parties involved as they become available.
"This represents a significant development in our ongoing coverage of current events."— Editorial Board