A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday granted bail to Nollywood actress Angela Okorie, who is facing charges related to cyberstalking, threats, and harassment of fellow actress Mercy Johnson under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act.

Justice Emeka Nwite admitted Okorie to bail in the sum of N5 million with one surety of the same amount, after she pleaded not guilty to the seven-count charge. The court stipulated that the surety must be a Grade Level 13 civil servant, who would depose to an affidavit of means and provide relevant employment documents. Okorie was ordered to remain at the Suleja Correctional Centre until her bail is perfected, and the matter was adjourned to March 23, 2026, for the continuation of her trial.

Okorie had initially been remanded following her arraignment. While early reports suggested she was arrested by the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, clarified that she was taken into custody by the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre in Abuja.

Filmmaker Ajemba Stanley confirmed that Okorie was charged to court on the same day of her arrest. During arraignment, she pleaded not guilty to all charges. Her lawyer, Alex Ejesieme, had applied for bail at the time, but the court declined the request, ordering her remand pending a formal bail hearing.

According to the charge filed by the Nigeria Police Force, Okorie allegedly conspired with Ifeoma Mbonu, currently at large, to cyberstalk and defame Mercy Johnson through posts on Instagram and TikTok in 2024, in violation of the Cybercrimes Act, 2015.

A petition submitted by Johnson’s lawyer claims that Okorie posted statements intended to cause reputational damage and emotional distress. One cited post read:

“Blood sucking demon no see blood suck again, e say na slimming tea… Gospel songs won’t save you. Your heart is dark!!!”

The petition further alleged that the posts were meant to incite hatred, provoke public unrest, and harass Johnson, causing emotional trauma.

Prior to the legal action, Okorie had made several allegations against Johnson on social media, including accusations of witchcraft. However, in a 2025 video post, Okorie stated she had forgiven Johnson after learning of her illness and said she would not wish such harm on anyone. She later issued a public apology, acknowledging any harm caused and appealing to Johnson for forgiveness, emphasizing her focus on mental health and the absence of ill will.

Meanwhile, Okorie’s management has denied the cyberbullying allegations. In a statement shared on Instagram on January 29, 2026, they asserted that Okorie “has not engaged in cyberbullying, harassment, or defamation of Mercy Johnson, either online or offline, directly or indirectly.”

The statement noted that both actresses had previously disagreed but agreed to refrain from making negative public statements, an agreement Okorie allegedly honored. It added that she is cooperating fully with authorities, in good health, has access to her legal team, maintains her innocence, and is confident that the judicial process will clarify the facts.