A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Olamide Thomas, who was accused of issuing death threats to Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on social media. Thomas was admitted to a N10 million bond, with one surety required in a like sum.
Justice Emeka Nwite, ruling on Thomas’ bail application on Monday, explained that there was insufficient evidence to suggest the defendant would jump bail. He noted that based on the evidence from both the defense and the prosecution, the court found no cause to deny bail, provided the conditions were met.
“The defendant has not shown any reason to believe that she would jump bail or interfere with the trial process,” Justice Nwite stated. He emphasized that granting bail was in the interest of justice.
As part of the bail conditions, the surety must present a three-year tax clearance certificate and provide proof of residence within the court’s jurisdiction. Additionally, the surety must submit an affidavit of means and deposit two recent passport photographs with the court registrar.
Thomas, who was arrested on December 20, 2024, after allegedly posting a viral social media video with death threats, had been remanded at the Suleja Correctional Centre. She faces charges related to making threatening communications against Seyi Tinubu, IGP Egbetokun, and Police PRO Muyiwa Adejobi.
In the video, Thomas is accused of threatening to kill Seyi Tinubu and expressed violent wishes for Egbetokun and Adejobi. The charges against her, under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024, include sending threatening messages with intent to bully, harass, and cause fear of death or bodily harm.
The case has drawn significant attention due to the high-profile nature of the individuals involved. The trial is set to continue on February 18, 2025.
