King Saheed Osupa has withdrawn the legal case against singer Portable, citing compassion and public pleas.
The case was initially filed due to alleged defamation and intellectual property rights violation by Portable against Osupa.
Background of the Case
The legal proceedings were started by Osupa’s management team to set a precedent that would discourage unruly behavior and promote responsibility among younger artists.
However, following heartfelt pleas from prominent Nigerians, including Alhaji Ahmad Lawal and Saheed Ibile, Osupa decided to withdraw the case due to Portable’s inability to meet his bail conditions.
Conditions for Withdrawal
To finalize the withdrawal, Portable is expected to:
– Retract His Statement: Implying Saheed Osupa should be held responsible if anything happens to him
– Confess to Falsehood: About his lawyer’s claim of holding Saheed Osupa’s leg begging for forgiveness
– Undertaking to Desist: From cyberbullying, defamation, and character assassination
If these conditions aren’t met, the case may be reinstated. Osupa remains committed to supporting a music industry built on respect, discipline, and mutual growth.
Reaction from Omoyele Sowore
Omoyele Sowore, politician and activist mentioned having a discussion with King Saheed Osupa, highlighting that the Nigeria Police Force has no right to criminalize civil disputes.
Osupa reportedly explained that his use of the police was to show his non-involvement in any actions that could harm Portable.