By Peter Omopo
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned proceedings in the alleged cybercrime case involving activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore, until June 30, 2026, for a ruling on his application seeking the restoration of his bail.
Justice Mohammed Umar fixed the date after Sowore’s counsel moved an application asking the court to set aside the revocation of his bail and reinstate the bail conditions previously granted to him.
During the proceedings, the prosecution opposed the application, arguing that the defendant had failed to present sufficient and truthful facts that would warrant the court’s discretion in granting the relief sought.
Counsel to Sowore also made an oral application requesting that the defendant be released into the custody of his legal team, assuring the court that they would produce him whenever required, including on the date fixed for the ruling.
The prosecution, however, opposed the request, maintaining its objection to any interim release pending the court’s decision on the substantive application.
After listening to submissions from both parties, Justice Umar declined to make an immediate ruling and directed all parties to return to court on June 30, when the court will deliver its decision on the applications before it.
The case is one of several ongoing legal proceedings involving Sowore, with the court’s forthcoming ruling expected to determine whether his bail will be restored pending the continuation of the trial.
