The Federal High Court in Lagos has granted Doris Ogala, the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Abia State election, bail in the sum of ₦30 million over allegations of cyberstalking and other offences involving Pastor Chris Okafor.
Justice Akintayo Aluko granted the bail on Friday, November 6, 2026, subject to two sureties in like sum and additional conditions, including the surrender of Ogala’s international passport to the court registrar.
The court also restrained the actress from making electronic publications capable of exposing prosecution witnesses to harassment, threats, intimidation or public ridicule while the trial is ongoing.
In his ruling, Justice Aluko explained that the conditions were intended to balance Ogala’s constitutional right to liberty with the need to protect witnesses and ensure her attendance at trial.
The judge expressed concern over an incident on October 28, 2026, when Ogala allegedly disrupted court proceedings, leading to the adjournment of 10 cases. However, he acknowledged that she had apologised to the court and emphasised that she remained presumed innocent under the Constitution.
Ogala had filed her bail application on October 27, seeking release under Section 35(5) of the Constitution and relevant provisions of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act.
Opposing the application, the prosecution alleged that she had previously failed to attend court proceedings on April 23 and June 9, 2026, citing ill health. It also presented photographs which it claimed showed her participating in political activities and public gatherings during the period in question.
The prosecution further expressed concern that her use of social media could expose witnesses to intimidation or harassment.
However, the defence argued that the alleged offences were bailable and maintained that Ogala would not interfere with witnesses, commit further offences or evade trial if released.
Under the conditions imposed by the court, Ogala is required to provide two sureties who must each enter into a ₦30 million recognisance.
One of the sureties must either own a property in Lagos State and provide verifiable registration documents or be a prominent national officer of her political party or a person of repute.
The sureties must also provide evidence of financial means, reside within the court’s jurisdiction, submit three years’ tax clearance certificates and provide two recent passport photographs each.
The court directed that Ogala be released from custody once all the bail conditions have been fulfilled.
The case is expected to continue as the defendant faces the allegations before the court.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
