A court in Nigeria has allowed 69 individuals to leave prison on bail after they were arrested last month due to their alleged involvement in a gay wedding.
Homosexuality is considered unacceptable in Nigeria and many other parts of Africa due to cultural and religious beliefs.
In 2014, Nigeria passed a law against homosexuality, even though it faced criticism from the international community.
The court, located in the southern Delta state, decided to release the suspects from prison detention upon each of them paying a bail of 500,000 naira (approximately $645).
The suspects did not appear in court but were required to register at the court in Warri town once a month until their next hearing.
Additionally, they must have individuals vouch for them and provide their details to the court.
Ochuko Ohimor, their lawyer, is currently working on the necessary paperwork for their release.
Although state prosecutors objected to granting bail, the court ruled in favor of the suspects because they were not charged with a capital offense, according to Ohimor.
As of now, state prosecutors have not provided any comments on the matter.
The anti-gay law in Nigeria imposes severe penalties, including up to 14 years in prison for those found guilty.
It also prohibits gay marriage, same-sex relationships, and membership in gay rights organizations.
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