Atiku Sues to Disqualify Tinubu From 2027 Over NYSC Certificate
Atiku Abubakar filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja to bar Tinubu and APC from the 2027 election, citing an allegedly forged NYSC certificate and constitutional supremacy.
Category : Judiciary
Muslim Woman Appointed Judge in Mississippi Town Sparks Attacks
Assma Ali, a Muslim immigration lawyer of Yemeni descent, was appointed municipal judge in Benoit, Mississippi, prompting online attacks from politicians citing her faith, despite constitutional protections.
Benin Court Grants Bail to Five in Forest Damage Case
A Benin High Court granted bail of ₦500,000 each to five suspects charged with willful damage at Owan Forest Reserve, rejecting police remand application.
Police Appeal Ruling on Hameed Tajudeen's Rights
The Inspector General of Police and others have appealed a High Court ruling that held police liable for violating businessman Alhaji Hameed Tajudeen's fundamental rights, citing national security.
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Syria court sentences ex-President Bashar al-Assad to death
Syria's Criminal Court in Damascus sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death for premeditated murder, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, marking the first ruling against him since his ouster in 2024.
Syrian Court Sentences Assad to Death in Absentia
A Syrian court sentenced ousted President Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity during the 14-year civil war that killed about 500,000 people.
Kenyan Lawyer Takes Jesus' 2,000-Year-Old Case to ICJ
Kenyan lawyer Dola Indidis files a case at the ICJ to overturn Jesus Christ's conviction and death sentence, arguing the Roman trial violated his human rights.
Adeleke Sues EFCC, Seeks N2bn Over Account Freeze
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has sued the EFCC, demanding N2 billion in damages over the alleged illegal freeze of state accounts, citing constitutional violations and economic harm.
Adeleke Sues EFCC for N2bn Over Account Freeze
Osun Governor Adeleke files N2bn suit against EFCC over account freeze, citing unlawful interference; Tinubu intervenes.
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Federal High Court Lagos moves to new Ikoyi complex
The Federal High Court's Lagos division has started relocating to a new complex on Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi, more than a decade after construction began. The phased move, which started on 31 July, affects Vacation Courts 7 and 12 and Courts 2, 3, 4 and 5, a
Court Sacks Ondo Lawmaker, Declares Arobo APC Candidate
Federal High Court in Abuja removed Timehin Adeleye as APC candidate for Owo/Ose, declaring Abdugani Arobo winner for 2027.
Psychic IT Worker Loses Appeal Over Dream Messages
A UK tribunal dismissed an IT worker's appeal after he was sacked for telling a colleague they met in his dreams, ruling his prophetic belief isn't protected.
NBA Sets Up 40-Member Committee for 2026 AGC in Port Harcourt
The NBA has constituted a 40-member Local Organising Committee for its 2026 Annual General Conference scheduled for Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
CJN orders lawyers to drop 'Barrister' title
The CJN has barred lawyers from using the title 'Barrister', calling it unprofessional. A Supreme Court circular dated 13 July orders strict compliance.
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FHC Pre-Election Practice Directions Amendment 2026
Chief Judge Tsoho's amended Pre-Election Practice Directions open weekend filings, tighten timelines, and add costs sanctions ahead of 2027 elections.
Court Awards N12m Damages to THE WHISTLER Reporter
Court in Abuja rules against Nigeria Police, awards N12m damages to THE WHISTLER reporter Kasarahchi Aniagolu for illegal arrest and detention in 2024.
LPDC Suspends Gadzama SAN for Three Years Over Misconduct
The LPDC suspended SAN Joe-Kyari Gadzama for three years and Ocha Ulegede for two years over client poaching, forged documents, and misconduct in the Zaki-Biam compensation case.
CJN Bans Lawyers Using Barrister Title in Supreme Court
The Chief Justice of Nigeria has ordered lawyers and court officials to drop the 'Barrister' prefix in all Supreme Court official dealings, with immediate effect.
Kizza Besigye Collapses in Court, Now in ICU
Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye collapsed during his treason trial and is unconscious in ICU. Wife Winnie Byanyima confirmed he is unresponsive.
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Appeal Court Restores ADC and Four Other Parties
The Court of Appeal has overturned the deregistration of five political parties, including ADC, restoring their legal status and eligibility for the 2027 general elections.
Appeal Court Reverses Deregistration of Five Parties
The Court of Appeal overturned the deregistration of ADC, Accord, AA, APP, and ZLP, ruling the lower court lacked jurisdiction and ignored a stay of proceedings.
Court Fixes Nov 2 for Judgment in Donald Duke's PRP Suit
The Federal High Court in Abuja will deliver judgment on 2 November in a suit challenging Donald Duke's emergence as PRP presidential candidate for 2027, over allegations of overvoting and ineligibility.
Sowore Withdraws Subpoena Against SSS DG in Cyberstalking Trial
Omoyele Sowore's lawyer withdrew an application to subpoena SSS Director-General Oluwatosin Ajayi after Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi opposed it in court, leading to an adjournment until 3 August.
Sowore Withdraws Plan to Call DSS DG as Witness
Online publisher Omoyele Sowore has withdrawn his plan to call the DSS Director-General as a witness in his criminal defamation trial over comments about President Tinubu.
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Retired Judge Baba Gana Ashigar Dies in Maiduguri at 70
Retired Federal High Court judge Justice Baba Gana Ashigar died on July 24, 2026, in Maiduguri after a brief illness; the court described his loss as irreparable.
Nnamdi Kanu Dismisses Lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor Formally
Nnamdi Kanu formally dismisses lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor in a signed letter, citing confidentiality concerns; Ejiofor counters with allegations of threats and false claims.
Nigeria Passport Drops to 90th with 44 Visa-Free Destinations
Nigeria fell to 90th in the July 2026 Henley Passport Index, maintaining visa-free access to 44 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean despite a one-rank drop from April.
Man Seeks Divorce Over N60,000 Food Money, One Meal Daily
A man told an Oyo court that despite giving his wife N60,000 monthly for food, she cooked only one meal a day, leaving him and their children hungry, among other allegations.
South Africa court halts Ramaphosa impeachment proceedings
The Western Cape High Court has paused President Cyril Ramaphosa's impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala cash scandal, pending a review of the 2022 panel report.
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Former Senator Omololu Meroyi Dies at 76, Family Confirms
Former Nigerian Senator Omololu Meroyi, who represented Ondo South from 1999 to 2003, has died at age 76. His younger brother confirmed the death on July 22, 2026.
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