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Justice Emeka Nwite granted Angela Okorie N5 million bail at the Federal High Court in Abuja on January 30, 2026. The judge demanded a Level 13 civil servant as surety. She remains at Suleja Correctional Centre until she meets these terms.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Angela Okorie bail. This ruling brings temporary relief to her supporters.
Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the judgment on January 30, 2026. The case involves alleged cyberbullying of Mercy Johnson-Okojie.
The judge stated that he approved the request to serve the interest of justice. He noted the lack of evidence that the actress would jump bail.
Strict bail conditions
The court attached specific terms to the N5 million bail bond. Angela Okorie must produce one surety to secure her release.
This individual must be a civil servant of at least Grade Level 13. The surety must submit an affidavit of means to the court.
Furthermore, the person must provide proof of their appointment and last promotion. The court registrar will also verify the surety’s residential address.
Both the actress and her surety must submit their passport photographs. The court insists on these steps to ensure due process.
Timeline of events
This legal battle has moved quickly over the last few days. Operatives had Angela Okorie arrested police detain actress over Mercy Johnson dispute at her Lagos residence on January 27, 2026.
Officers then flew her to the capital the following morning. The court initially ordered Angela Okorie remanded in Suleja details of dramatic midnight arrest emerge pending this bail hearing.
Justice Nwite has adjourned the trial to March 23, 2026. The actress will stay at the Suleja Correctional Centre until she perfects the bail conditions.
