Human rights activist and legal practitioner Dele Farotimi has been granted bail following his recent arrest. The decision was made during a court hearing where his legal team argued in favor of his release pending further legal proceedings.
Sowore, a prominent Nigerian figure, shared the news of the bail grant in a post on X, a social media platform. According to Sowore, Dele Farotimi was granted bail with a N50 million naira surety in like sum, along with the requirement for someone with landed property to stand as surety. The case was adjourned to January 29, 2025, for further proceedings.
The development follows earlier reports about attempts by the Nigerian police to prevent Farotimi’s bail by filing fresh charges against him at the Federal High Court. His legal team, however, successfully argued for his release on bail, allowing him to remain free pending his next court appearance.
The case surrounding Dele Farotimi has garnered significant public attention, especially among human rights advocates and legal professionals who are following the unfolding events closely. His continued detention had sparked concerns about the implications for free speech and activism in Nigeria, making this bail decision a notable moment in the ongoing legal and political discourse in the country.
