Court Denies KC Luxury Bail Over Drug Charges, Sets Trial

Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos rejected the medical bail application of businessman and social media influencer Afolabi Michael Kazeem, known as KC Luxury, who faces charges of cocaine trafficking (184.5kg) and money laundering. The judge ruled that the defense did not provide sufficient evidence to justify bail on medical grounds, noting the absence of a medical certificate.

Kakaki emphasized that if Kazeem had a special medical need, an expert should have provided an explanation. However, he ordered the Ikoyi Custodial Centre to allow Kazeem unrestricted access to medical professionals for any health issues.

The trial is scheduled to begin on November 2, 2026. During previous proceedings, Kazeem was transported to court in an ambulance while receiving oxygen, and his counsel, Chief Emefo Etudo, argued for bail due to Kazeem's deteriorating health, specifically citing lung collapse.

The prosecution, represented by Abu Ibrahim, countered that the medical evidence did not warrant Kazeem's release.