Just In: Sirika, co-defendants granted ₦100m bail in ₦2.7bn fraud case
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A former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, his daughter, and two others have been granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja, each required to pay ₦100 million.
The case revolves around an alleged fraud totaling ₦2.7 billion.
The court mandated two sureties with landed properties in Abuja, emphasising their responsibility as citizens.
Additionally, sureties must submit an affidavit of means.
The court imposed travel restrictions on the defendants without its permission.
Justice Oriji warned of remanding the defendants if bail conditions aren’t met.
The sureties must possess valid titles for landed properties within the FCT.
Trial dates are scheduled for June 10th, 11th, and 20th.”
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