Hamsat, 37, whose address was not given, is facing charge of issuance of dud cheque.

The prosecutor, SP Eshiet Eshiet, told the court that the accused committed the offence on Aug. 18, 2016, at No. 22a, Aroloya St., Lagos Island.

“The cheque was returned on presentation and all efforts made by the complainant to get back the money proved abortive,’’ he said.

The offence contravened Section 322 (1) of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015.

The accused, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The Magistrate, Mrs F. O. Botoku, granted the accused bail in the sum of N500, 000 with two sureties in like sum.

She said the sureties must be gainfully employed and should show evidence of tax payment to the Lagos State Government.

The case was adjourned till July12 for mention.