Court Rejects Ahmed Tajudeen Ajiran’s Bail Application, Nigerians Ask, “Where Is He?”
Nigerians will recall that over the past three to four weeks, social media commentator VeryDarkMan has been actively discussing the murder case involving Ahmed Tajudeen Ajiran, who is facing allegations in connection with the deaths of Sheriff Agboworin and Prince Ademola Akinloye.During this period, VeryDarkMan has consistently used his social media platforms to present arguments and information which in his view support Ahmed Ajiran’s case and advocate for justice. However, several bloggers also joined the conversation presenting what they described as evidence challenging some of the claims and materials circulated online by Vertdarkman. Among those who publicly commented on the matter was MC OZ, Mariowazobia and Dee One TV.Despite the extensive discussions on social media, it is important to remember that social media is not a court of law. Public opinion cannot replace judicial proceedings and the determination of any criminal matter rests solely with the courts.In a recent development that has attracted significant public attention, Ahmed Ajiran’s legal team, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria Olalekan Ojo, sought bail before another High Court in Lagos. Reports indicate that on 22 July, a bail application was filed before Honourable Justice Olumuyiwa O. Martins of Court 50, Osborne, Lagos.However, the court declined to entertain the application and struck it out, directing the defence to return to the court already handling the substantive case. The judge reportedly advised the parties to await the commencement of trial before Justice Muideen, which has been scheduled commencing from 3rd of November 2026, rather than filing the application before another court.The ruling has generated widespread public reaction, particularly amid ongoing discussions about Ahmed Ajiran’s whereabouts and calls by some Nigerians and human rights advocates for greater transparency from the relevant authorities.As a result of the court’s decision, the bail application was unsuccessful and the matter remains before the court with jurisdiction over the case. As the legal process continues, all parties are expected to present their arguments before the appropriate court, where the evidence will ultimately be examined and the issues determined in accordance with the law.For those who have actively commented on the case online, many observers believe it would also be appropriate to inform the public of this latest court decision, just as previous developments have been widely publicised. Ultimately, the outcome of the case will be determined in the courtroom not on social media.
