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Assault: Portable Arraigned, Granted Bail, Remanded in Prison Custody

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2 years ago

April 3, 2023

Eric

Singer Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable has been granted bail by a High Court in Ifo, Ogun State.

Portable landed in police custody on Friday, March 31, 2023, after his engagement with police officers at his bar, during which one of them was allegedly injured.

The singer was subsequently arraigned in court on Monday.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, had said the controversial singer would face more than six charges in court.

It was gathered that Portable was granted bail in the sum of N300,000 and to provide two sureties with landed properties within the court vicinity.

The charges against portable read, “That you, Badmus Habeebat Okikiola, M, A.KA Portable, and others now at large on the 28th day of March, 2023 at 11am at Odogwu Bar, Oke-Osa, Ilogbo, Ifo in the Ifo Magisterial District did willfully cause or inflict physical injury on one Inspector Hammed Moshood ‘m’ with your elbow on his nose which caused blood to gush out from his nose and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 4 (1) of the Violence against persons & Prohibition Laws of Ogun State of Nigeria, 2017.

“That you, Badmus Okikiola A.KA Portable on the same date, time and place in the aforementioned Magisterial District did resist to be arrested by Inspector Hammed Moshood ‘m’, ASP Gregory Iyoha ‘m’, ASP Kunle Badmus ‘m’ after serving you with Police Invitation Letter on the 20 day of January, 2023 for the offences you committed when they were about to discharge their duty with warrant of arrest on you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 197 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun State of Nigeria, 2006.

Portable’s Counsel, Adodo Destiny, had prayed the court to grant the defendant bail.

Delivering his ruling on application for bail made by his counsel, Magistrate A.S Shoneye said the offences were bailable and granted him bail with bail bond of N300,000, two sureties who must reside within the jurisdiction of the honorable court.

The court, however ruled that, the defendant be transferred to the Ilaro correctional centre, pending the time his bail requirements were met.

The case was adjourned till April 26 for the commencement of trial.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Abimbola Oyeyemi, while parading Portable before journalists at the command’s headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta on Friday, had said the singer was arrested for allegedly assaulting one Osimusi Emmanuel.

Oyeyemi added that Portable also attacked and assaulted police officers who came to his bar to effect his arrest.

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I Made Up My Mind to Become an Actor at 16 – Jimmy Akingbola

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7 days ago

September 28, 2024

Eric

By Samantha Ofole-Prince

Versatile and quite talented, Jimmy Akingbola plays Geoffrey in “Bel-Air,” the remake of the hit ’90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” which starred Will Smith, and has built an impressive resume with several projects that include “Arrow,” the award-winning television series “Ted Lasso,” “Rise” and “Hero: The Extraordinary Life of Mr. Ulric Cross.”

The British thespian, who is of Nigerian descent, was one of several actors, who shared his journey to Hollywood at AAFCA’s annual event Spotlighting Black British Actors in America.

Akingbola, who made his American debut on the television show “Arrow,” had hopes of pursuing a career in sports but sought a career on the screen when he caught the acting bug as a teenager.

“I watched a lot of American films and television and was inspired by what I saw and did a one man monologue stand up show,” he shares. “People laughed and I got a standing ovation and at 16 I decided I wanted to become an actor.”

It was a long road for the Akingbola who worked several odd jobs including a job as an usher to pay his way through drama school before landing his first project.

Despite a successful acting career in the U.K., he was inspired to move to America by actors such as Delroy Lindo, Idris Elba and Emmon Walker and the slew of other Brits who were carving out careers in Hollywood.

“It was a risk as I had to start from scratch,” admits the actor. “It wasn’t paved with gold and I had to be humble.”

Akingbola, who cites actor Don Cheadle (“Hotel Rwanda”) as an inspiration, also runs the Triforce Creative Network which provides opportunities for actors, writers, directors and producers.

Established in 2003, the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) is America’s largest organization of black film critics.

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Akon Releases First Single in a Decade

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1 week ago

September 26, 2024

Eric

The first artist to hold the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and reaching one billion views on YouTube, Akon who has been noticeably silent the last few years, is back with a new single.

Called “Akon’s Beautiful Day,” it’s due out October 4 via Konvict Kulture Records.

The release of the single coincides with the 20th anniversary of his debut album, “Trouble,” which launched him into superstardom with hits like “Locked Up.” and the song’s message resonates with his mission to inspire millions through his work in Africa, where he is working on access to energy with ‘Akon Power & Lighting Africa.’

The track also features a viral hook sung by 10-year-old Jamaican student Jermaine Edwards, whose heartwarming performance at school captivated audiences around the globe.

Akon was instrumental in the early development of Lady Gaga and T-Pain, signing them to his label and helped shape their careers. He is also embarking on “Akon Super Fan Tour Asia,” and is working on a documentary film in partnership with Kevin Hart and Hartbeat called “Headliners Only.”

Feature Photo: Shola Orolugbagbe

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Dele Momodu, Koo Nimo, Others Bag Rhythms On Da Runway Honours

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1 week ago

September 25, 2024

Eric

Rhythms On Da Runway, a renowned award giving event, will this year, honour Nigeria’s veteran journalist, Chief Dele Momodu, among a host of some individuals who have contributed immensely to the advancement of the creative arts in Ghana.

This year’s edition slated for November 30, 2024 at the Grand Arena, will witness the honouring of prominent people in the space such as Agya Koo Nimo known in private life as Daniel Amponsah who has undoubtedly established himself as Ghana’s foremost exponent of acoustic guitar Highlife and folklore (palm wine music).

Also, Chief Dele Momodu of Ovation fame who has unflinchingly invested and supported Ghanaian creatives would be honoured on the night.

One of the country’s finest voices in Highlife music who has inspired generations with his craft, Kwabena Kwabena will be one of the honourees.

Additionally, Bibie Brew, a renowned Ghanaian, French international singer who broke boundaries with her impeccable voice will be amongst the recipients on the night.

Speaking at launch on Saturday September 21, Yvonne Ocloo Producer and Creative Director of Rhythms On Da Runway said, “In this spirit I am happy to announce the list of our Black Star Honorees for this year: our very own Kwabena Kwabena, the Icon Agya Koo Nimo, the titan Mr. Dele Momodu and the timeless Bibie Brew for their immeasurable contributions to the creative arts.”

Rhythms On Da Runway since its inception in 2010 has stood as a beacon of unity, fusing the vibrant forces of African fashion and music to exalt the limitless talent that resides on our continent.

From the legendary icons of African music to the rising stars of fashion and design, the event has fiercely showcased the spectrum with pride.