How Portable Escaped Police Arrest After Allegedly Assaulting Baby Mama Ashabi Simple

How Portable Escaped Police Arrest After Allegedly Assaulting Baby Mama Ashabi Simple

  • Controversial singer Portable reportedly escaped police arrest after an alleged altercation with his baby mama, actress Ashabi Simple
  • The incident, which took place at his bar in Ogun state, has generated viral videos online
  • Mixed reactions have trailed the issue online, with many Nigerians weighing in on the dispute

Controversial Nigerian singer Portable reportedly escaped police arrest after allegedly assaulting his fourth baby mama, actress Ashabi Simple.

The incident occurred on Thursday, January 1, 2026, during Ashabi’s visit to Portable’s bar in Ogun state.

Portable allegedly clashes with baby mama Ashabi Simple as police intervene
Singer Portable reportedly evades police after alleged assault on Ashabi Simple. Credit: @portablebaeby
Source: Instagram

A video of the altercation quickly went viral online. In the clip, Ashabi was seen holding Portable’s clothes, insisting that he recognise her as his wife rather than calling her a baby mama.

“Oya pami baby, I’m also your wife, you’ve to stop calling me your baby mama,” she said.

Portable reportedly pushed her and stated that he only acknowledges his wife, Bewaji, while the rest of the women who have children with him are baby mamas.

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“I only have one wife; the rest of you are just baby mamas,” he said.
The confrontation escalated when Ashabi emotionally responded, “Then you will have to kill me, baby.”

Following the incident, Ashabi and her siblings reportedly filed a report with the police for assault and abuse.

In a video posted on Instagram, Ashabi said that while the police visited Portable’s pregnant wife, Bewaji, Portable himself had already escaped arrest.

“I celebrated the new year in a happy mood with my family. You called me in a bad mood, and I told you I went to my dad’s house for the new year. You asked me to bring new year food for you, and I said okay. When I got to your bar, we had a minor disagreement. You slapped me, beat me up, seized our phones, and threatened my siblings and I with an axe,” Ashabi alleged.

The incident has sparked widespread reactions online.

Some Nigerians criticised Ashabi for forcing herself on the singer, while others commented on her reported low self-esteem.

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Authorities have not yet confirmed whether Portable will be pursued or charged.

Watch the video below:

Legit.ng earlier reported that Portable again stirred social media after he openly called out his fourth baby mama, Ashabi Simple, for allegedly disrespecting his wife, Bewaji.

The drama unfolded shortly after Ashabi shared a cryptic post on social media, which many fans interpreted as a subtle dig at Bewaji.

The post quickly gained traction online with netizens accusing Ashabi of throwing shade.

Reacting to the situation, Portable wasted no time in addressing the perceived disrespect.

In a strongly worded voice message, the Zazu crooner lambasted Ashabi, warning her sternly to stay in her lane and respect his wife.

Translating his words, the singer said: “Don’t ever disrespect my wife, Bewaji. She is always minding her business. She was the only woman who stood by me when I had nothing. She is always satisfied with anything I give her, unlike you, who doesn’t appreciate me. Are you mad? Do you want Ogun to kill you?”

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Expressing his loyalty to Bewaji, Portable emphasised that her support from day one earned her a special place in his life. He further reminded Ashabi that without Bewaji’s approval, their relationship would not have worked.

"I am a married man. If you want me to marry you too, you must fight for it. If my name is removed from your life, who will you be? You need to behave and appreciate Bewaji. If she didn’t approve you, you would not be with me today because her happiness is my happiness. You got pregnant and I accepted you. What else do you want? Stay in your lane.”

Portable tackles Iyabo Ojo

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Portable criticised Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo over her praise for single mothers.

The singer claimed that men only pursue single mothers for money and not genuine love, arguing that married women are more successful.

Portable also referenced Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla, who recently married a Tanzanian singer, as he questioned the advice being given to young women.

Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng

Authors:
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Chinasa Afigbo (Entertainment Editor) Chinasa Afigbo is a pop culture/music journalist and content writer with over four years of experience in other mainstream media organisations, including Vanguard Media and Guardian Life. She holds a degree in Information Management Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). She also moved on to pursue a program in media and communications. Chinasa has also been published in other Intl journals, like The African Report. Reach her at: chinasa.afigbo@corp.legit.ng.