The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has granted human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore bail in the sum of N10 million, with one surety in like sum.

Justice Musa Liman handed down the ruling after dismissing objections raised by the police against the bail application.

Sowore was arraigned before the court by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on 16 counts bordering on alleged cybercrime offences.

The judge, however, attached several conditions to the bail, including the requirement to deposit his international passport with the court.

Justice Liman ruled that the police failed to prove how Sowore could intimidate high-ranking police officers who would testify in the case. He further stated that the prosecution did not establish any link between Sowore and the purported cronies.

The judge granted Sowore a 24-hour extension to remain with his lawyers.

The case was adjourned to April 8.