Lagos Court Frees Man Held 10 Years on Unproven Defilement
A Lagos High Court discharged Ibrahim Usman after 10 years in custody, ruling that the prosecution failed to prove defilement beyond reasonable doubt, citing institutional failures.
Category : Judiciary
Section 83 and Judicial Silence: A Constitutional Myth
Monday Ubani argues that Section 83 of the Electoral Act 2026 cannot oust courts' jurisdiction over political party disputes, as it conflicts with the Constitution and rule of law.
Woman Opposes Husband's DNA Test Request for Daughter
A nurse and mother of three in Uyo opposes her husband's DNA test request for their daughter, citing emotional trauma. The husband suspects the child belongs to her pastor.
Kano Emirship: Supreme Court, Gov Yusuf Have Final Say
Former Kano Governor Ganduje says only the Supreme Court can decide the emirship dispute, and Governor Yusuf will implement the ruling, denying endorsing Sanusi.
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Delta CJ Ends OML 56 Dispute, Affirms Emu-Ebendo
Delta State High Court rules in favor of Emu-Ebendo community over ownership of OML 56, ending decades-long legal battle with Obodougwua.
Judge in Kim Keon Hee Case Found Dead in Seoul
Judge Shin Jong-o, who sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to four years in prison, was found dead near Seoul High Court. Police suspect suicide.
Nigerian Man Reveals Secrets to Landing Dream Job at Shell
A Nigerian man shares the strategies that helped him secure a job at Shell during a group interview in 2011, offering tips on mindset, preparation, and tactics.
SAN Adelodun Praises Nigeria's Legal Evolution
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Adebayo Oba Adelodun commends Nigeria's legal system for evolving from foreign reliance to homegrown strength, while urging continuous improvement.
Woman Seeks Divorce After 3 Months, Returns Half Dowry
Fatima Usman filed for divorce from Sulaiman Adamu at a Shari'a court in Kaduna after three months of marriage, returning half of the N100,000 dowry.
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Court to Hear Suit Challenging Bayelsa APC Chairman Emergence
Federal High Court in Abuja will hear a lawsuit challenging the consensus emergence of Walman Ogoriba as Bayelsa APC chairman, filed by Dr. Godwin Dressman Sidi.
Ex-Oyo Deputy Governor Gbolarumi Sworn In as Notary Public
Former Oyo State Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi has been sworn in as a Notary Public in Nigeria, alongside 21 other legal practitioners.
Court Faults OAU for Downgrading Graduate's Result
Federal High Court orders OAU to restore a graduate's 'Pass with Credit' grade and pay N5.8 million in damages after ruling the university acted arbitrarily.
Court orders OAU to correct degree, awards N5m damages
Federal High Court in Osogbo orders OAU to correct a graduate's degree classification from 'Pass' to 'Pass with Credit' and awards N5 million damages for rights violation.
Lawyers Clash Over Courts' Role in Party Politics Under Electoral Act
Senior lawyers Monday Ubani and Festus Okoye debate Section 83 of the Electoral Act 2026, which seeks to limit court involvement in political party disputes. Ubani argues the provision cannot override constitutional judicial powers.
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Ekiti CJ Urges Broader Access to Justice at New Centre
Ekiti Chief Judge Justice Lekan Ogunmoye calls for wider access to justice and fundamental rights protection at the commissioning of the Wole Olanipekun Human Rights Centre in Ikere-Ekiti.
Nestoil's Ordeal and Judicial Travesties in Nigeria
The ongoing legal battle involving Nestoil and its founders reveals how Nigerian courts can hinder development through disreputable dispute resolution, impacting billions in assets.
Protest at Abuja Court Over Opposition Party Deregistration
Demonstrators gathered at the Federal High Court in Abuja on May 4, 2026, to protest alleged interference in the judiciary and electoral process, warning against deregistration of opposition parties.
Supreme Court Returns ADC Dispute to Federal High Court
The Supreme Court ordered the ADC leadership dispute returned to the Federal High Court for full hearing, deeming an earlier interim order improper.
SSANU, NASU Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands
SSANU and NASU have launched an indefinite nationwide strike, citing the Federal Government's failure to conclude renegotiation of 2009 agreements and rejection of a 30% pay rise.
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Supreme Court Delays Kano Emirate Hearing to After Election
The Supreme Court has adjourned the Kano Emirate tussle hearing to April 2027, sparking debate over political influence. Analyst Omotayo Yusuf says historical sensitivity justifies the delay.
Supreme Court Sends ADC Leadership Case Back to Lower Court
The Supreme Court has ordered that the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress be returned to the Federal High Court for a full hearing on the merits.
Supreme Court Invalidates PDP Faction's Ibadan Convention
The Supreme Court has invalidated the PDP national convention held in Ibadan, ruling against the Tanimu Turaki-led faction in a split decision.
Court Grants Substituted Service on APC Chairman in Taraba
Federal High Court in Jalingo orders substituted service on APC chairman Abubakar Bawa after he allegedly evaded court processes in a primary election dispute.
Coalition Urges Council to Conclude Probe into Kalu's Law Certificate
A civil society coalition backs the Council of Legal Education's review of Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu's law school certificate, urging a thorough and unbiased probe.
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ADC Legal Team to Review Court Ruling on Chairmen
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has instructed its legal team to review a Federal High Court judgment sacking its elected state chairmen, pending further advice.
Court Rejects Sowore's Lawyer's Adjournment Request
Justice Umar overruled Tope Temokun's request for a one-month adjournment in Sowore's suit against DSS and Meta, fixing May 18 for hearing.
Court bars INEC from ADC congresses by Mark faction
Federal High Court in Abuja bars INEC from recognising ADC congresses organised by David Mark-led caretaker committee, ruling state executives valid.
Court bars INEC from ADC caretaker congresses
Federal High Court Abuja bars INEC from recognising ADC caretaker congresses, restrains David Mark and others from interfering with elected state executives.
Kalu's Lawyers Reject Petition on Law School Certificate
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu's lawyers urge the Council of Legal Education to dismiss a petition seeking withdrawal of his law certificate, citing lack of legal basis.
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Supreme Court: Receivers Can't Block Firms' Choice of Lawyers
The Supreme Court ruled that defendant companies under receivership can appoint their own lawyers, rejecting interference by receivers as an abuse of court process.
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