Tuesday, 02 July, 2024

Breaking: Seun Kuti released from police custody on bail


Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti has been released from police custody on Tuesday after meeting bail conditions.

Nigerian human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore announced this via his social media handles.

The presidential candidate of African Action Congress (AAC) in the just concluded February 25th election shared video of people hailing the singer after his release.

ALSO READ: Seun Kuti’s case adjourned till Wednesday as court fails to sit

Recall that Kuti has been detained by the police for allegedly assaulting a police officer a few weeks ago on Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos State.

But his lawyers, Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika, and Kunle Adegoke, the counsels to him disclosed he would be released today (Tuesday).

ALSO READ: Court grants bail to controversial musician, Seun Kuti following police assault

In a joint statement, Kuti’s release on bail was ordered by the Magistrate and was only waiting for administrative approval.


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