A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, bail in the sum of ₦5 million over allegations of cyberstalking, threats and online harassment.
Okorie is facing a seven-count charge filed under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, following claims that she transmitted offensive and threatening messages through her social media platforms.
The actress was arrested in Lagos on Tuesday by operatives of the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department and was subsequently remanded at the Suleja Correctional Centre in Niger State after her arraignment.
At Friday’s hearing, prosecuting counsel, Victor Okoye, informed the court that an amended charge dated January 30, 2026, had been filed and properly served on the defendant.
Counsel to the actress, Ernest Nwoye, acknowledged receipt of the amended charge, after which Okorie pleaded not guilty to all seven counts.
According to the prosecution, the alleged offences were committed between 2024 and 2025 and involved messages posted on the defendant’s social media accounts, which were directed at fellow Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson.
The prosecution alleged that the messages were offensive, threatening and capable of breaching public peace, while also posing a threat to the complainant’s safety.
One of the charges alleged that Okorie knowingly transmitted statements through electronic platforms with the intention of harassing and intimidating the complainant, contrary to Section 24(1)(b) of the Cybercrimes Act, as amended in 2024.
Another count accused the actress of making references to the complainant and her late mother in a manner intended to cause fear, emotional distress and apprehension of violence, contrary to Section 24(2)(a) of the Act.
Moving her bail application, Nwoye argued that the defendant was a responsible citizen with a verifiable address and no intention of absconding.
“She is willing to face her trial and has consistently shown readiness to cooperate with law enforcement agencies,” the defence counsel told the court.
Opposing the application, Okoye urged the court to deny bail, stating that the defendant had previously been granted administrative bail but allegedly failed to present herself and her surety as required.
He further told the court that Okorie was under investigation for other offences carrying possible jail terms ranging from three to 10 years.
Responding, Nwoye dismissed the prosecution’s claims, describing them as misleading.
“The defendant formally informed the police of her absence and provided medical documents indicating she was undergoing evaluation following a gunshot injury,” he said, adding that she returned to Nigeria voluntarily and honoured police invitations.
In his ruling, Justice Emeka Nwite held that the prosecution failed to present sufficient evidence suggesting that the defendant would evade trial.
“There is nothing before this court to establish that the defendant will jump bail,” the judge ruled.
Justice Nwite consequently granted bail to Okorie in the sum of ₦5 million with one surety in like amount.
The court ordered that the surety must be a Grade Level 13 civil servant who is required to submit an affidavit of means, along with appointment and last promotion letters.
“The defendant shall remain in custody pending the perfection of the bail conditions,” the judge added.
The case was adjourned to March 23, 2026, for continuation of trial.
