BY Sunday Samuel —young Nigerian, Ifechukwu Dennis, who is accused of cloning the voice of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu using artificial intelligence, has been released from custody after spending time in police detention and at the Kuje Correctional Centre.
His release was secured on Tuesday by human rights lawyer Prince Wayne Chikeze, Esq., following proceedings at a court in Abuja.
Dennis is alleged to have created and circulated an AI-generated voice recording that impersonated President Tinubu.
However, despite regaining his freedom, his legal battle is far from over. The Nigeria Police Force has reportedly filed fresh charges against him before the Federal High Court, signaling a continuation of the prosecution.
Reacting to the development, Chikeze said his legal team would continue to defend Dennis against the new charges, describing the prosecution as unjust.
He also urged authorities to encourage innovation among young Nigerians rather than criminalise the use of emerging technologies, stressing that youths should be given opportunities to develop their skills and contribute positively to society.
The fresh charges are expected to be heard at the Federal High Court in the coming weeks.
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- Federal High Court
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