FG Withdraws Criminal Charges Against Senator Natasha
FCT High Court strikes out defamation case against Kogi senator. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan hails rule of law victory. Read details of the withdrawal and judicial remarks.
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FG's Criminal Case Against Senator Natasha Struck Out
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out the criminal defamation charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The case, which sparked a national debate on free speech, was discontinued by the AGF's office. Read the full details.
Court Remands Nigerien for ₦351.5m Fraud
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.
BBC Seeks Dismissal of Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit
The BBC is asking a Florida court to throw out Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a documentary edit of his Jan. 6 speech. The broadcaster argues the court lacks jurisdiction. Read the full details.
BBC Fights Trump's $10B Lawsuit Over Documentary
The BBC moves to dismiss a $10 billion lawsuit from Donald Trump over a 2021 Capitol speech documentary. The legal battle centres on alleged defamation and edited footage. Read the full details.
Ubani Denies Malami Ties, EFCC Defends Stance
SAN Monday Ubani denies any link to ex-AGF Malami, calls reports defamatory. EFCC Chairman Olukoyede clarifies Malami was charged for money laundering, not terrorism financing. Read the full details.
Judge warns lawyer against private meeting in court case
Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie cautions Abuja lawyer Victor Giwa against seeking private audience in an ongoing forgery and impersonation trial. Case adjourned to 21 January 2026.
Ex-Envoy in Court for Cybercrime Over Social Media Posts
Former Nigerian Ambassador to Zambia, Nwannebuike Ominyi Eze, faces federal cybercrime charges for alleged defamatory online publications against industrialist Dr Emmanuel Ogai. Read the full details.
FG Files Cybercrime Charges Against Ex-Envoy Ominyi
The Federal Government has filed a three-count cybercrime charge against former Ambassador Nwannebuike Ominyi Eze over alleged damaging online publications. Read the full details.
Buratai files N1bn defamation suit against Ali-Keffi
Ex-Chief of Army Staff Tukur Buratai sues Maj. Gen. Danjuma Ali-Keffi for N1 billion over alleged false statements linking him to terrorism financing. The case is before the Kaduna State High Court.
Police Invite JustAdetoun for Defaming Ogun Governor
Ogun State Police Command invites activist Adetoun Onajobi (JustAdetoun) for allegedly defaming Governor Dapo Abiodun. Her lawyer has made contact. Get the full details here.
10 Guilty of Cyberbullying France's First Lady
A Paris court convicts 10 individuals for cyberbullying Brigitte Macron with false transgender claims. Sentences include suspended prison terms and training. Read the full story.
FG Drops Charges Against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
Federal Government discontinues criminal defamation case against Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The withdrawal notice was filed in December 2025. Read the full details.
FG Drops Charges Against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Federal Government has withdrawn criminal defamation and cyberbullying charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The case stemmed from her assassination plot allegations against Akpabio and Yahaya Bello. Read the full details.
FG Drops Defamation Case Against Senator Natasha
The Federal Government has formally withdrawn the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The move ends a prosecution that sparked national debate on free speech. Read the full details.
NJC: FJSC Handled Judge Qualification, Not Us
The National Judicial Council clarifies that the Federal Judicial Service Commission handled the initial screening of 62 judge applicants. It denies reports of a failed 'integrity test' and vows to probe the source of misinformation. Read the full details
Akpabio Withdraws All Defamation Lawsuits in New Year Gesture
Senate President Godswill Akpabio withdraws all defamation lawsuits, including against Senator Natasha Akpoti, after a New Year sermon. A powerful act of reconciliation for 2026.
Oyo: N30bn Bodija Explosion Aid Untouched, N20bn Withheld
Oyo State government discloses the N30bn Federal aid for the 2024 Bodija explosion remains untouched. It also reveals the FG is withholding a N20bn balance. Full details inside.
Akpabio Withdraws Defamation Suits After Sermon
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has ordered his lawyers to withdraw all defamation lawsuits, including a N200 billion case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following a New Year's Day church service in Uyo.
Akpabio Withdraws Defamation Suits Against Critics
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has ordered the withdrawal of nine defamation lawsuits, including one against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Read his reason and see public reactions.
Lawyer's Traumatic Divorce Case: Penis Compared to Finger
A Nigerian lawyer recounts a shocking divorce case where a client compared her husband's penis to her little finger, leading to a near-physical altercation in his office. Read the full bizarre story.
Okpebholo Files ₦25bn Libel Suit Against Edo PDP Chair
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo demands ₦25 billion and a public apology from PDP Chairman Anthony Aziegbemi for alleged defamatory statements. Read the full details and legal ultimatum here.
VDM Dismisses Pastor Okafor's Lawsuit Threats
Controversial influencer VeryDarkMan laughs off Pastor Chris Okafor's defamation lawsuit, dares the cleric to tell the truth and proceed to court. He insists one alleged daughter is a 'walking DNA'.
Pastor Okafor Demands DNA Test, Denies Daughter
Pastor Dr. Chris Okafor demands a DNA test from a woman claiming to be his daughter, denies paternity, and threatens legal action for defamation. Read the full story.
Gumi sues Facebook users over defamatory posts
Prominent Islamic scholar Ahmad Gumi takes legal action against two individuals for false posts alleging threats against the Defence Minister. The case highlights the fight against social media misinformation in Nigeria.
Court Reopens Terrorism Case Against Bello Turji's Associates
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the government's request to reopen a major terrorism case against suspects linked to bandit kingpin Bello Turji. Read the full details of the charges and the new trial date.
Dangote Demands Retraction or Faces N100bn Suit
Aliko Dangote gives Kaduna businessman Kailani Mohammed 7 days to retract libellous publication accusing him of 'unclean business' or face a N100 billion lawsuit. Full details.
Dangote Issues N100bn Defamation Ultimatum
Aliko Dangote threatens a N100 billion lawsuit against Engr. Kailani Mohammed over alleged defamatory claims about his business past. The businessman has seven days to retract and apologize.
Court Restrains Ex-Commissioner in N100bn Otti Defamation Case
An FCT High Court has barred former Abia Information Commissioner Eze Chikamnayo from making defamatory comments against Governor Alex Otti, pending a N100bn lawsuit. Details on the legal battle.
Federal Government Reopens 47 Unity Schools
The Federal Government has reopened the 47 Unity Colleges shut in November over insecurity. The Ministry of Education assures safety measures are in place. Read more.
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