Court Set to Rule on Omoyele Sowore’s Bail Application Today

By Abidemi Samuel

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned until today, Thursday, January 30, 2025, to deliver its ruling on the bail application filed by Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate and activist. Sowore is facing 17 counts of cybercrime charges, including allegations of spreading false information about the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on social media.

The court heard arguments from Sowore’s counsel, Marshall Abubakar, and the prosecution lawyer, Uddy Jonathan, on Wednesday. Abubakar urged the court to grant Sowore bail on self-recognition or on the most liberal terms pending trial, citing that bail is at the discretion of the court. He also argued that the complainant had not shown any reason for denying Sowore bail.

However, Jonathan opposed the request for bail, stating that Sowore had not provided any evidence to guarantee his availability for trial. The prosecution counsel urged the court to either dismiss the bail application or grant Sowore bail on conditions that would ensure his appearance in court.

Justice Musa Liman, who presided over the case, adjourned the matter until today for ruling on the bail application. The outcome of the ruling will determine whether Sowore will be granted bail or remain in custody pending the continuation of his trial.

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