Doris Ogala Apologizes in Court, Bail Ruling Delayed

Doris Ogala, a Nollywood actress, appeared before the Federal High Court in Lagos, where she knelt and apologized for her unruly conduct during a prior sitting. This incident occurred while she faces charges of cyberstalking, cyberbullying, and attempted extortion involving Pastor Chris Okafor.

Justice Akintayo Aluko expressed displeasure over Ogala's behavior, which included shouting and singing in the courtroom, disrupting proceedings and preventing the court from addressing over seven other cases. Although the judge considered holding her in contempt, he ultimately decided against it.

Ogala's counsel, Marshal Abubakar, announced plans to petition the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to withdraw the charges, which he claimed stemmed from a private disagreement. The court reserved its ruling on Ogala's bail application until November 6, 2026, after hearing arguments from Abubakar, who contended that the prosecution had acknowledged her entitlement to bail.