Osun 2026: Court May Decide Winner, Not INEC - Analyst
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf predicts the Osun 2026 governorship winner will be determined in court, citing party crises and Governor Adeleke's defection. Read the full analysis.
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34 Lawyers Fail Integrity Test for Federal High Court Bench
The National Judicial Council drops 34 lawyers from the Federal High Court judgeship race after they failed a stringent integrity test. Only 28 nominees proceed to the final interview stage. Read more.
Controversial Penalty Mars Nigeria's 3-2 AFCON Win vs Tunisia
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a tense 3-2 AFCON 2025 victory over Tunisia, but a late controversial penalty decision has sparked outrage. Get the full analysis and expert reaction here.
PDP Rejects INEC Decision, Denies Party Faction
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has faulted INEC's refusal to recognise its new NWC led by Kabiru Turaki. The party insists there is no faction, citing support from major stakeholders. Read the full details.
SAN Proposes 10 Reforms to Fix Nigeria's Judicial Gridlock
Senior Advocate Fidelis Oditah warns that prioritizing electoral disputes over socio-economic justice cripples Nigeria's courts. He outlines 10 key solutions for reform. Read his full critique.
French Court Rejects Request to Suspend Shein's Site
A Paris court has rejected a request to suspend Shein in France, citing the removal of illicit products. The ruling highlights challenges for e-commerce giants in Europe. Read more.
CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit
A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.
Fintiri Orders Judicial Panel for Lamurde Killings
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has set up a judicial panel to probe the December 8 shooting that killed 10 women and a girl. He pledges justice and support for victims' families.
CJN Mandates Virtual Hearings to Clear Court Backlog
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.
Influencer Rejects Blood Transfusion Over Faith Amid Cancer Battle
Nigerian influencer Aunty Esther refuses blood transfusion due to Jehovah's Witness beliefs while battling cancer, sparking intense online debate. Read the full story and reactions.
El-Rufai Condemns Unequal Sentencing in Nigeria
Kaduna lawmaker Bello El-Rufai criticises the life sentence for IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu versus 20 years for a Boko Haram convict. He warns inconsistent justice worsens insecurity and calls for state police.
Teacher Rejects Vice Principal Position in Nigeria
A Nigerian teacher explains why he turned down a vice principal promotion to become a subject teacher near Abuja. Discover his spiritual journey and parental guidance that shaped this career decision.
Judicial Independence Questioned After Presidential Anthem Incident
President Tinubu's personal anthem played at judges' conference raises concerns about judicial independence. Analysis of historical context and current implications for Nigeria's judiciary.
HURIWA Slams Nnamdi Kanu Judgment as Unjust
Human Rights Writers Association condemns Federal High Court ruling on Nnamdi Kanu, calling it a violation of constitutional rights and fair hearing principles. Read full analysis.
NJI Refutes Claims Judges Sang Tinubu's Anthem
National Judicial Institute dismisses false claims that judges sang political anthem for President Tinubu at 2025 conference. NJI clarifies only national anthem was sung.
NJI Denies Judges Sang Political Song for Tinubu
The National Judicial Institute refutes viral claims that judges sang 'On Your Mandate We Shall Stand' for President Tinubu. Get the full facts and why this matters for judicial integrity.
Advocates Push for More Women in Nigerian Decision-Making
Gender advocates in Nigeria call for increased inclusion of young women in leadership roles to boost nation-building. Learn about the demands from the Ford Foundation event.
Tinubu: Judiciary Must Be Fearless for Justice
President Bola Tinubu declares Nigeria needs a fearless judiciary for a just society. He pledges institutional support for courts at the 2025 Judges Conference in Abuja. Read more.
UNICAL Law Dean Jailed 5 Years for Sexual Harassment
Suspended UNICAL law faculty dean Cyril Ndifon sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for sexual harassment of female students. Federal High Court delivers landmark judgment.
Tinubu: No Reform Succeeds If Judiciary Fails
President Bola Tinubu warns that Nigeria will crumble if judicial integrity is compromised. Read his full address to Nigerian judges and public reactions.
Tinubu Tasks Judges on Restoring Public Trust in Judiciary
President Bola Tinubu urges Nigerian judges to restore public confidence in the judiciary, emphasizing that trust is crucial for justice's moral authority. Read his full address.
Court Forces Girl to Keep Rapist Father's Surname
A UK High Court judge ruled a 5-year-old must keep her father's surname despite his rape convictions. The decision sparks outrage about family court failures.
Tinubu: No Reform Works Without Judicial Integrity
President Tinubu declares that public trust is the foundation of justice. He urges Nigerian judges to embrace reform and technology for a more efficient judiciary. Read his full address.
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.
NBA Akure Calls for Prison Reform and Judicial Autonomy
NBA Akure branch demands full implementation of Correctional Service Act 2019 and financial autonomy for judiciary. Urgent reforms needed to address flawed prison system and justice access in rural areas.
Abia victims protest N511m unpaid police brutality comp
Victims of police brutality in Abia State demand payment of N511 million compensation approved since 2021. Many are now homeless, ill, or deceased. Governor Alex Otti urged to intervene.
Baba Ijesha Released from Prison After Appeal
Nollywood actor Baba Ijesha confirms his release in new video after Yomi Fabiyi announced his freedom. The actor was cleared of defilement charges by appeal court.
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.
Gabon Denied Penalty vs Nigeria in World Cup Playoff
Controversy as Gabon denied penalty despite VAR check in Nigeria World Cup qualifier. Bright Osayi-Samuel shirt pull incident analyzed. Full match details inside.
Iran carries out public execution for doctor's murder
Iranian authorities execute man publicly for killing physician Dr. Davoudi. Judiciary says execution serves as warning to those threatening public security.
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