See Portables new haircut as he is released from prison. Apologies to Saheed Osupa
Controversial street-hop artist Portable has emerged from a recent stint in custody with a noticeably refined appearance and a public apology for Fuji icon King Saheed Osupa. Following his release on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, after Saheed Osupa withdrew a legal case against him, the "Zazuu Zeh" singer unveiled a cleaner image and expressed remorse for his past actions.
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Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, had been embroiled in a feud with the Fuji maestro after Osupa reportedly flagged Portable's song "Fuji Shakushaku" for copyright infringement, leading to its removal from streaming platforms. In retaliation, Portable took to social media in March 2025 to hurl insults at Osupa, even calling him "big for nothing."
However, the narrative took a significant turn with Portable's recent arrest by the Kwara State Police Command on charges including criminal defamation and threat to life, stemming from his online tirades against the Fuji legend. While initially remanded in custody due to his inability to meet bail conditions, a resolution was reached, leading to his release.
Upon regaining his freedom, Portable took to his Instagram to offer a public apology to Saheed Osupa. In a heartfelt statement, he expressed regret for his disrespectful remarks. According to Premium Times Nigeria, Portable wrote, “God bless you, sir (Osupa). I'm sorry.” He had previously shared a video in March, pleading for forgiveness and attributing his outburst to anger and the frustration of his song being taken down.
Adding to the indication of a fresh start, Portable also debuted a new look. Sporting a neater haircut and a more subdued style compared to his previous flamboyant image, the change in appearance has been widely noted by fans and media outlets. This visual transformation aligns with his expressed desire to turn over a new leaf and his declaration of being "repentant."
The reconciliation between the two artists was reportedly facilitated by renowned showbiz promoter Kehinde Adegbite, known as Mallam Yankee, who is now also Portable's new management.
Saheed Osupa, in a statement, clarified that his initial actions were meant as a warning and that the withdrawal of the case came with three conditions for Portable: retract his defamatory statements, admit they were false, and sign a formal undertaking.
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