Ilorin, Nigeria -June 30, 2025: A well-known female Islamic scholar from Ibadan, Alhaja Kafilat Kaola has been to be held in the Oke-Kura Correctional Center in Ilorin in connection with a defamation lawsuit initiated by a different Islamic religious cleric, Alhaji Taofeek Akeugbagold.
Alleged Defamation
Kaola was in court in Kaola in the Ganmo Upper Area Court in Kwara State on charges of defamation. Kaola is accused of posting videos on social media sites in which she was said to have stated Akeugbagold to be the “diabolic cleric,” sparking anger among followers.
The accused denied the allegations and demanded Kaola be able to prove her assertions.
Bail Application and Denial
In court Kaola’s attorney applied for bail in the belief that she is an eminent religious figure and would not leave. The plaintiff’s lawyer was against the application with a reference to a viral video which showed Kaola accused of slapping a judge as well as a lawyer. This was used as proof that she did not respect the judge.
The court decided that this actions undermined the credibility of the judiciary. They also refused the bail request.
Court Decision
The magistrate directed Kaola to be detained in the Oke-Kura Correctional Centre, stating that the remand was needed to ensure that there is no further violation of peace among their followers.
The case was adjourned until July 17th 2025 for further consideration.
Key Highlights:
- Alhaja Kafilat is accused of defamation for referring to Alhaji Akeugbagold as the “diabolic cleric.”
- The viral videos that were at the heart of the conflict sparked fury on the internet.
- The Court refused bail and ordered her to be remanded in Oke-Kura Prison.
- The next court hearing is scheduled for July 17, 2025.
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