Defamation: Saheed Osupa Withdraws Legal Case Against Portable, Gives Conditions

Legendary Fuji musician, Saheed Osupa, has ordered the withdrawal of the legal action previously instituted against controversial street-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable.

The case, which was based on allegations of intellectual property theft, defamation, and persistent public misconduct, was initially filed by Osupa’s management to address what they described as “a grave violation” that could have set a damaging precedent within the music industry.

In a press statement signed by Osupa’s media aide, Busari Babatunde (Fountain), the decision to halt legal proceedings was attributed to heartfelt pleas from respected individuals in the entertainment and cultural spheres.

“King Saheed Osupa gave a personal directive for the immediate withdrawal of the case after several prominent Nigerians intervened and pleaded for mercy,” the statement read.

Among those who made appeals were Alhaji Ahmad Lawal, CEO of Lahmad Concepts; Saheed Ibile, CEO of Harmony Holdings Ltd; Alhaji Fatai Lajero representing the Olufimo Royal Parliament; and Alhaji Waheed Ogunsesan, National President of the Olufimo Fans Club.

The turning point reportedly came as Portable struggled to meet his bail conditions, a development that drew public sympathy and calls for leniency.

“While accountability is essential, mercy, too, is a pillar of leadership.

“I hope Portable will seize this opportunity for reflection, growth, and transformation,” the statement quoted Osupa as saying.

However, the withdrawal comes with conditions, the statement stated.

“As a condition of this withdrawal, Portable is expected to:

– Retract his statement implying Saheed Osupa should be held responsible if anything happens to him

– Confess to the falsehood of the public claim of his lawyer, Chief Bar. Isaac Adebayo, about holding Saheed Osupa’s leg begging for forgiveness, because contrary to this claim, Osupa did not even set his eyes on Portable

– Sign an undertaking to desist from cyberbullying, defamation, and character assassination henceforth.”

The management warned that failure to meet these conditions could lead to the reinstatement of the case.

“This was never personal,” the statement emphasized. “It was about protecting values that uphold the integrity of our industry. But in all things, there’s room for mercy and guidance.”

Osupa reaffirmed his commitment to mentoring younger artists and fostering a music space grounded in respect and discipline.