Category : Judiciary


Owo Church Massacre: Defendant Faults Own Counsel in Court

In the ongoing Owo church massacre trial, defendant Jamiu Abdulmalik has denied any knowledge of a fundamental human rights suit filed on his behalf by his lawyer, contradicting court documents and raising questions about legal representation.

Lawyer Reacts to Blord Arrest, Advises Sowore on VDM Case

A Nigerian lawyer has responded to the arrest of businessman Blord following a petition by VeryDarkMan. The lawyer criticized Blord's alleged reckless actions and advised activist Omoyele Sowore to condemn wrongdoing instead of defending the billionaire.

Sanwo-Olu Frees 43 Inmates in Lagos Prison Decongestion Drive

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the release of 43 inmates from Lagos correctional centres, following recommendations from the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy. This move is part of ongoing efforts to reduce overcrowding and impr

Lawyer: Blord Not Ex-Convict Despite Prison Remand

Nigerian lawyer Barrister Atanda Olatunji explains that businessman Linus Williams Ifejirika (Blord) cannot be considered an ex-convict after being remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre, as he hasn't been convicted of any crime.

Court Denies Request to Bar Kingibe from ADC

Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an ex parte application seeking to prevent Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the African Democratic Congress, ordering her response to anti-party allegations.

Court Orders 16 Bank Officials to Appear Over Contempt

Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has mandated the appearance of 16 alleged contemnors, including senior Stanbic IBTC Bank officials, for alleged disobedience of court orders in a banking dispute with GTB.

Court to Rule on El-Rufai's Bail Request on April 14

The Federal High Court in Kaduna has scheduled April 14 for its ruling on the bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor Nasir el-Rufai. Armed DSS operatives escorted him back to Abuja after proceedings.

Sowore's Activism and Limits in Nigerian Governance

An analysis of activist Omoyele Sowore's career, from student leadership to media and politics, and recent courtroom controversies highlighting the balance between activism and judicial decorum in Nigeria.

Lagos Court Freezes Firm's Accounts Over N407m Debt

The Lagos State High Court has ordered the freezing of bank accounts linked to World Oil Industries Limited and a director over an alleged N407 million diesel supply debt owed to Q&M Oil & Gas Limited.

Philadelphia Court Bans AI Smart Glasses in Courtrooms

A Philadelphia court has implemented a groundbreaking ban on all smart and AI-powered glasses with recording capabilities, including Meta glasses, to safeguard courtroom privacy and prevent unauthorized recordings, with violators facing criminal contempt

El-Rufai Withdraws N1bn Rights Suit Against FCT Magistrate

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir el-Rufai has withdrawn his fundamental rights enforcement suit against a Chief Magistrate at the FCT Magistrate's Court in a N1 billion case. The withdrawal came after the judge noted the suit failed to properly identify the m

Judge Blocks Trump's White House Ballroom Project

A federal judge has ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot proceed with a $400 million ballroom construction at the White House without congressional approval, citing legal requirements.

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