In a high‑profile legal development, Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Nollywood actress Angela Okorie bail of N5 million with one surety in a case involving alleged cyberstalking and defamatory posts targeting fellow actress Mercy Johnson‑Okojie.
Justice Emeka Nwite ruled that while the prosecution opposed bail, there was no compelling evidence to suggest Okorie would abscond, and set conditions including verification of the surety’s employment and residence. The matter has been adjourned to March 23 for further trial proceedings.
The case has sparked widespread industry conversations about social media conduct, reputational impact, and the responsibilities of public figures in how they engage online, especially as tensions and emotions run high among fans and colleagues alike.
