The Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled to release Justice Chidiebere, widely recognized as ‘Justice Crack,’ on bail. The judge, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, set the bail amount at N5 million with a requirement of one surety of equal value.
On Monday, the Federal Government commenced its legal proceedings against the blogger, presenting its initial witness, Uruntu Douglas, an operative of the Department of State Services (DSS). This development occurred after a delay in the hearing of the bail application last Thursday, which was caused by a disagreement between two legal representatives each claiming to represent Crack.
The DSS is prosecuting Justice Crack for alleged cybercrimes connected to a viral video involving the Nigerian Army. The court’s decision to grant bail marks a significant step in the ongoing legal process.