The High Court in Accra has granted bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 to Alhaji Seidu Abagre, a 79-year-old retired teacher standing trial for allegedly holding himself out as a chief in Bawku without lawful authority.
Alhaji Abagre was admitted to bail with two sureties after his lawyers successfully moved an application before the court. As part of the bail conditions, he is required to report to the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) twice every week, on Mondays and Thursdays.
The court further ordered that the accused must not travel outside the jurisdiction and must refrain from presenting himself, or allowing himself to be presented, as a traditional ruler.
Alhaji Abagre is facing charges of acting as a chief without qualification, provocation of riot, offensive conduct conducive to a breach of the peace, and fighting with weapons. In addition, the court directed the prosecution to ensure that the accused person receives medical attention while the case remains pending.
The matter has been adjourned to March 23, 2026, for further hearing.