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Nigerian gets 6 years for US sextortion scheme
Imoleayo Samuel Aina sentenced to 72 months for sextortion that led to death of 20-year-old American. Read about the international cybercrime case and justice served.
N300m Gold Theft Case Adjourned to January 2026
FCT High Court adjourns N300m gold theft case to January 19-20, 2026. Defendants accused of stealing Hajia Halima Suleiman's jewellery. Get the latest court updates.
Mother sentenced to life for daughter's insurance murder
A South African mother receives life imprisonment for murdering her 14-year-old daughter to claim insurance payout. Court exposes brutal crime after investigation.
Death Sentence for Child Rapist and Murderer in Ondo
Ondo State High Court sentences Dare Ojo to death by hanging for the brutal rape and murder of 11-year-old Zainab Adeyemo. Justice finally served after five-year trial.
Death Sentence for Rapist and Murderer of Minor in Ondo
Akure High Court sentences commercial motorcyclist Dare Ojo to death by hanging for raping and killing 11-year-old Zainab Adeyemo in 2020. Justice served after 5-year legal battle.
Four Sentenced to Death for Kano Mechanic Murder
A Kano State High Court has sentenced four men to death by hanging for the 2016 murder of mechanic Rilwanu Ilyasu. The convicts attacked him with an axe, believing he reported them to the NDLEA. Read the full story.
Tory Lanez Loses Appeal in Megan Thee Stallion Case
A court has upheld rapper Tory Lanez's conviction and 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. Get the full details on the failed appeal.
Man gets 4 years for cannabis trafficking in Osun
Federal High Court in Osogbo sentences Musa Raji Mohammed to 4 years imprisonment for trafficking 10.7kg of cannabis. Read the full details of the drug case.
Kanu Asks Appeal Court to Stop Judgment Delivery
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests Court of Appeal to halt Justice Omotosho's November 20 judgment, citing jurisdictional concerns in terrorism case.
Gabon ex-first lady, son get 20-year prison sentence
Former Gabon first lady Sylvia Bongo and son Noureddin Bongo Valentin sentenced to 20 years for corruption. Read the full details of their conviction.
Father beaten to death in jail after DUI sentence
Erick Gainer, 41, was killed by his cellmate just hours into a 90-day DUI sentence in a Pennsylvania prison. His family demands justice for the 'cold-blooded murder'.
Court Sets Nov 11 for Sule Lamido's PDP Convention Suit Ruling
Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido's legal battle to halt PDP's national convention reaches crucial stage as court fixes November 11 for ruling. Get exclusive details on the political showdown.
Kano Sharia Court Judge Demoted Over Financial Misconduct
In a significant move against corruption, the Kano State Judicial Service Commission has demoted a Sharia Court Judge and dismissed several court officials over serious financial misconduct allegations.
Edo Court Jails 11 Armed Robbers for 79 Years Total
In a major victory for justice, an Edo State High Court has sentenced 11 convicted armed robbers to a total of 79 years imprisonment for terrorizing communities in Benin City and its environs.
Court Gives Kanu Until Nov 7 to Defend Terrorism Charges
Federal High Court Abuja gives Nnamdi Kanu final extension to challenge terrorism allegations or risk losing defense rights in high-profile case
German Nurse Gets Life for Killing 10 Patients
A German nurse has been sentenced to life imprisonment for deliberately killing 10 patients to lighten his workload in a chilling case that has exposed healthcare system vulnerabilities.
Court Sets Nov 7 for Nnamdi Kanu's Defense
Federal High Court Abuja sets crucial November 7 date for IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to open defense in terrorism trial. Justice Binta Nyako presides over high-profile case.
Court Grants Nnamdi Kanu Chance to Fight Terrorism Charges
Federal High Court in Abuja gives IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu chance to contest terrorism allegations in landmark ruling that could reshape the ongoing legal battle.
Nurse Gets Life for Killing 10 Patients in Nigeria
Court delivers life sentence to nurse convicted of killing 10 patients through lethal injections in Nigerian hospital. Chilling details emerge during trial.
PDP Wins Court Order for National Convention Proceed
Nigeria's main opposition party, PDP, has obtained a Federal High Court order allowing its National Convention to proceed as scheduled. This legal victory clears uncertainty surrounding the party's crucial gathering.
Edo State: 10-Year Jail for Public Property Vandals
Edo State government enacts strict new law imposing decade-long prison sentences for individuals caught damaging or destroying public infrastructure and property across the state.
Court Ultimatum in Nnamdi Kanu Terrorism Trial
Federal High Court Abuja issues crucial deadline in IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's terrorism case as legal battle reaches critical turning point. Latest developments revealed.
Court Orders PDP Convention Amid Wike-Damagum Clash
Federal High Court mandates PDP to conduct national convention within 90 days as Nyesom Wike launches new criticism against acting chairman Damagum in latest political showdown.
Court Clears PDP to Hold National Convention
In a dramatic legal turnaround, the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to stop the Peoples Democratic Party from holding its crucial national convention, paving way for the opposition party's reorganization.
Court Clears PDP to Hold National Convention
Federal High Court dismisses lawsuit seeking to stop PDP's national convention, clearing path for crucial party gathering scheduled for November 29. Legal victory strengthens party's position ahead of future elections.
Court rejects bid to dismiss N300m eviction lawsuit
A Federal High Court in Lagos has refused to strike out a N300 million lawsuit filed by tenants alleging illegal eviction from Banana Island properties, setting the stage for a major legal battle over property rights.
Court Denies Mompha's No-Case Submission in ₦6B Case
Instagram celebrity Ismaila Mustapha, known as Mompha, faces full trial as Federal High Court dismisses his no-case submission in massive ₦6 billion money laundering case. EFCC presents compelling evidence.
Court Gives Nnamdi Kanu November 5 Defense Deadline
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu faces crucial November 5 deadline as Federal High Court orders him to enter defense against terrorism charges or forfeit his rights in landmark ruling.
Court threatens to foreclose Kanu if he fails to open defence
The Federal High Court in Abuja has given Nnamdi Kanu a final opportunity to present his defence in his terrorism trial, warning that failure to do so will lead to court foreclosure of his case.
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