By Huldah Shado
An Abuja High Court has granted bail to lawyer Ibitade Bukola, accused of forging documents and impersonating Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Awa Kalu.
Bukola and co-defendant Victor Giwa are standing trial on charges of forgery and impersonation. While Giwa was granted bail earlier on October 8, Bukola’s application was deferred due to lack of a written request.
At Wednesday’s hearing, Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie admitted Bukola to bail in the sum of ₦30 million with two sureties; civil servants not below Grade Level 16, residing in Abuja with verifiable addresses and valid identification.
The court ordered Bukola to deposit her international passport and remain in Suleja Correctional Facility until she meets the conditions.
The case was adjourned to October 30, 2025, for trial.
