Controversial Nigerian content creator DJ Chicken, whose real name is Ademola Abiodun, has been released from detention after fulfilling the bail conditions imposed by the court.
His lawyer, Rotimi Stephen, confirmed the development on Tuesday through an Instagram Story, expressing gratitude with the message: “All glory to God. DJ Chicken.”
Human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, also announced the content creator’s release in a post on X, stating that DJ Chicken had reunited with his family and loved ones.
Sowore described the release as a victory against oppression, stressing that no individual should be subjected to injustice while others remain silent. He added that efforts to defend the rights of vulnerable citizens would continue.
Shortly after regaining his freedom, DJ Chicken appeared in an Instagram livestream from inside a vehicle, where he was seen smiling and interacting with supporters. His lawyer was also present during the livestream, clips of which have since circulated widely on social media.
DJ Chicken had been remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre after he was arraigned before a Magistrate Court sitting in the Ogba area of Lagos State over allegations linked to a viral video in which he allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu.
He was charged with three counts relating to alleged violations of the Cybercrimes Act, breach of peace and making threats to kill. Prosecutors alleged that the statements were made in a video where he claimed President Tinubu would not secure re-election in 2027.
Following widespread criticism, the social media personality later withdrew the remarks, maintaining that they were intended as a joke to attract public attention and increase his online popularity.
Despite the apology, authorities proceeded with his arrest and prosecution.
DJ Chicken pleaded not guilty to all charges. The court subsequently granted him ₦1 million bail with two sureties in like sum.
As part of the bail conditions, the court directed that one surety must be a civil servant, while the other must be a recognised community leader with landed property in Lagos State. Both sureties were also required to provide three years of tax clearance certificates, utility bills, National Identification Number (NIN) details and Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) registration. In addition, one of the sureties must be a blood relative of the defendant.
The court adjourned the case until August 3, 2026, for the continuation of proceedings.
His release has attracted mixed reactions on social media, with supporters celebrating his freedom while legal proceedings in the case continue.
