Court Grants Olamide Thomas N10 Million Bail Over Death Threats to Seyi Tinubu and IG
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Olamide Thomas, who allegedly issued death threats to Seyi Tinubu, the son of the president, and Inspector-General of Police (I-G) Kayode Egbetokun. The court set her bail at N10 million, with one surety in like sum, as it ruled on her application on Monday.
Justice Emeka Nwite, in his ruling, noted that there was no substantial evidence presented by the prosecution to suggest that Thomas would flee or interfere with the trial. He emphasized that, in the interest of justice, bail should be granted when there is no risk of the defendant absconding.
The judge further stipulated that the surety must provide an affidavit of means, a three-year tax clearance certificate, and must reside within the jurisdiction of the court. Additionally, both Thomas and the surety are required to submit two recent passport photographs to the registrar of the court, and the address of the surety must be verified.
Thomas faces three charges related to cybercrimes under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024, for allegedly transmitting threatening videos on social media. The threats were directed at Seyi Tinubu, I-G Egbetokun, and the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Muyiwa Adejobi, which were said to have caused the victims to fear for their lives and the safety of their loved ones.
In her first charge, Thomas is accused of sending a video in which she allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu with death and misfortune. Similarly, she is accused of threatening I-G Egbetokun and PPRO Adejobi with violent statements, including a disturbing prediction regarding Adejobi’s children.
The court has adjourned the matter for trial on February 18, 2025. Thomas had previously pleaded not guilty to the charges after her arraignment on December 20, 2024, following her arrest.
Her lawyer, Seprebofa Oyeghe, represented her in court, and the case continues to draw attention due to its serious implications for online conduct and cyber threats.
