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Court convicts Nnamdi Kanu on all seven counts

A Federal High Court in Abuja has found Nnamdi Kanu, leader of IPOB, guilty on all seven counts of terrorism. Justice James Omotosho delivered the verdict. Read the full details.

Nnamdi Kanu Convicted on Terrorism Charges

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu convicted on terrorism charges by Federal High Court Abuja. Justice Omotoso finds him guilty of inciting violence through broadcasts. Read full details.

Judge Orders Nnamdi Kanu Removed, Rules Without Him

Justice James Omotosho has ruled that Nnamdi Kanu's terrorism trial verdict will be delivered without the defendant present after he was removed from court for an outburst. Read the full details.

Nnamdi Kanu in Court for Terrorism Judgment

Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB leader, appears in Abuja Federal High Court for a pivotal terrorism case judgment. The verdict, broadcast live, concludes a decade-long legal saga with major implications for Nigeria.

Trump Signs Epstein Files Release Bill

President Trump signs legislation requiring DOJ to release all Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents within 30 days. Victims' families call it monumental for justice.

Judge rejects recusal bid in Abuja forgery case

FCT High Court Judge Jude Onwuegbuzie dismisses lawyer Victor Giwa's recusal motion alleging bias in forgery and impersonation trial. Case adjourned to November 27 for continuation.

Mentally Unstable Man Kills Soldier in Lagos

A mentally unstable man attacked and killed a soldier in Lagos's Imota area. Army confirms details of the tragic incident that occurred on November 16, 2025. Read full report.

US House Orders Release of Epstein Documents

US lawmakers overwhelmingly approved a bill compelling the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein files. Only one representative voted against the measure, citing privacy concerns.

Tinubu: Justice Must Never Be for Sale

President Bola Tinubu demands urgent judicial reforms, stating justice must never be for sale. He calls for a swift, efficient judiciary to restore public confidence in Nigeria's legal system.

Court Stops PDP Convention in Ibadan

Federal High Court in Abuja issues final order blocking PDP's 2025 national convention in Ibadan. Justice Peter Odo Lifu bars party until Sule Lamido can purchase nomination form. Read full details.

Court Stops PDP Convention in Ibadan

Federal High Court in Abuja issues final order preventing PDP's 2025 national convention. Justice Peter Odo Lifu bars party until Sule Lamido can purchase nomination form. Read full details.

NJI Boss Defends Conflicting Court Judgments

Justice Babatunde Adejumo explains that conflicting court judgments are natural in justice systems worldwide. Learn how appellate courts resolve these differences and proposed reforms.

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