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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US President Donald Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation over edited 2021 speech. The scandal led to resignations at the broadcaster. Read the full details.
A High Court in Abuja has summoned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to appear in a N40bn defamation suit filed by APC's Tonye Cole over comments made on Channels TV. Details inside.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio's office clarifies that his defamation lawsuit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was filed months ago, countering her recent social media claims. Get the full details.
Civil society groups say Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan now has a lawful platform to prove sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following his N200 billion lawsuit. Read the full details.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio sues Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for ₦200 billion, alleging defamation from sexual harassment accusations. She vows to prove her case in court. Read the full details.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan declares readiness to prove sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio in court. Details on the ₦200 billion defamation lawsuit and trial preparations.
Senator Ned Nwoko addresses a viral video accusing him of plotting against Regina Daniels. He calls for social media regulation and support for his bill. Read full details.
A TikTok user tearfully apologizes to Senator Ned Nwoko, admitting his viral accusation of a plot against Regina Daniels was 'just content.' The senator had earlier instructed lawyers to petition security agencies.
Senator Ned Nwoko launches a legal offensive against defamation after a viral video alleged a ₦5m plot to kill Regina Daniels. The Delta lawmaker has petitioned security agencies.
Senator Ned Nwoko warns against a coordinated online defamation campaign, instructs legal team to involve police, DSS, and cybercrime units. Read the full story.
An FCT High Court has adjourned the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026. Read the full details of the court's ruling and the legal arguments presented.
Mr Eazi's new bald look causes social media storm as netizen makes shocking HIV claim. Nigerians demand legal action against false allegation. Full story details inside.
The woman who accused Paul Okoye of rape has been arrested and charged to court. She now claims health issues while evading court appearances. Read full details.
The woman who accused Paul Okoye of rape faces legal consequences after failing to appear in court multiple times following her arrest and release on medical grounds.
A Magistrate Court in Abakaliki has remanded Chinagwo Paul Nweke for alleged cyberbullying and defamation against Rep. Chinedu Ogah. Case adjourned to December 9, 2025.
An Oyo State High Court has dismissed a N100 million fundamental rights suit against the IGP and others. Justice Oyediran ruled the application lacked merit. Read the full details.
SERAP tells court it promotes economic rights, not anti-government criticism, in N5bn defamation case. Case adjourned to February 19 for final addresses.
Actress Amanda Bynes strongly denies viral TikTok accusing Dan Schneider of impregnating her at 13. Get the full facts about this disturbing fake news story.
Labour Party chieftain Dr. Ezeh Emmanuel Ezeh files a rights suit against suspected political enforcers for death threats. He seeks judicial protection and affirms the rule of law. Read more.
US President Donald Trump insists on suing BBC for $1-5 billion over edited Capitol riot speech. BBC apologizes but rejects defamation claim. Read full details.
The BBC has apologised to Donald Trump for a misleading edit of his Capitol riot speech but strongly rejected his $1 billion defamation claim. Get the full story on this major media controversy.
Donald Trump asks the US Supreme Court to overturn the $5 million verdict in the E. Jean Carroll s3xual abuse and defamation case. Will the justices hear his appeal?
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN has formally petitioned the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute controversial social media commentator, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, for criminal defamation and cyberstalking.