The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday granted bail to media guru, Raymond Dokpesi. He was granted bail with two sureties each of whom must have properties worth 200 million Naira which must be verified by an established estate surveyor.
According to the bail condition, the sureties must swear to an affidavit of means that in the event that the accused is not available for trial, the properties will be forfeited to the government. Dokpesi is also to deposit his international passport with the court.
The presiding judge, Justice Gabriel Kolawole however instructed that Dokpesi must not be re-arrested and if there is any need to investigate him, the anti-graft agency should contact his lawyer who will provide him within the hours of 10am and 6.30 pm.
The judge ordered that the accused be remanded in Kuje prison if his bail conditions were not met.
Trial has been adjourned till February 2, 2016 .
