A prominent Ibadan-based Islamic scholar, Alhaja Kafilat Kaola, has been remanded in custody at the Oke Kura Correctional Facility in Ilorin, Kwara State.

The Upper Area Court in Ganmo town issued the order following a defamation case brought by another respected scholar, Alhaji Taofeek Akeugbagold.

Kaola recently accused Akeugbagold of being an unscrupulous cleric, advising those seeking Islamic knowledge to steer clear of him.

In response, Akeugbagold refuted the claims, declining to engage in a public spat but urging Kaola to substantiate her allegations, which he says have tarnished his reputation and damaged his businesses.

He also stressed that although notable Islamic scholars have interfered in the matter but that he won't let go of Kaola except she cleared him of all the accusations.

However, during the proceeding on Monday, counsel for Kaola pleaded with the court to grant his client bail on self-recognisance and account of her public status, assuring the court that she would not abscond.

And counsel for the plaintiff, Ajasa Ademola, opposed the bail application, arguing that Kaola was not entitled to such privilege under the law, citing her alleged involvement in a similar matter.

Ajasa, when prompted to provide evidence to support his objection, presented a viral video in which Kaola was allegedly seen disparaging a judge and a lawyer over a previous legal case.

Citing relevant legal provisions, Ajasa maintained that individuals who publicly ridicule judicial officers should not be granted bail under such circumstances and insisted that she be remanded.

Following arguments from both parties, the judge ordered that Kaola be remanded at the Oke Kura Correctional Facility in Ilorin until the next adjourned date, July 17, 2025.