The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olisa Metuh, has regained his freedom, following his release from prison after meeting his bail conditions.
Recall that Olisa Metuh, is standing trial for alleged money laundering, as he allegedly collected N400 million from the misappropriated $2.1 million set aside for arms procurement. Metuh has been granted bail since January 19, but remained in prison custody as he could not the bail conditions.
Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High Court, Abuja, had ordered him to pay N400 million as bond, in addition to providing two sureties who own properties in the Maitama district of Abuja.
Each surety was also asked to deposit N200 million.
Mr. Metuh had prayed the court to vary the terms of his bail. On Tuesday, the judge agreed that the sureties could own properties in other areas of Abuja.
