Court Grants Pretty Mike ₦50 Million Bail Over Alleged Drug Offences

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted ₦50 million bail each to nightlife promoter Mike Nwogu, popularly known as Pretty Mike, and his associate, Joachim Hillary, who were arraigned for alleged drug offences.

The duo appeared before Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa on Thursday after being charged by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on three counts bordering on conspiracy, unlawful possession of narcotics, and permitting the use of their nightclub for drug-related activities.

According to court documents, the alleged offences occurred on October 26, 2025, at Pretty Mike’s nightclub on Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. The NDLEA claimed Hillary was caught with 200 grams of cannabis, while Pretty Mike knowingly allowed drug use within the club premises.

Both defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Their lawyer, Dr. B.S. Awosika (SAN), appealed for bail on liberal grounds, stressing that his clients were reputable citizens with no criminal history and would cooperate with the court throughout the trial.

However, NDLEA prosecutor Buhari Abdullahi objected, arguing that the gravity of the offences required strict caution.

Ruling on the matter, Justice Lewis-Allagoa held that the prosecution failed to provide compelling evidence to justify denying bail. He granted each defendant bail in the sum of ₦50 million, with two sureties in the same amount, supported by an affidavit of means.

The judge also ordered that they be temporarily released to their counsel pending the perfection of the bail terms.

The case was adjourned to January 14, 2026, for the commencement of trial.