Category : Judiciary


Senegal Doubles Penalties for Same-Sex Relations

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed a controversial bill increasing prison terms for same-sex relations to up to 10 years, drawing international condemnation from human rights groups while reflecting strong domestic support.

Court Adjourns El-Rufai Bail Hearing to Wednesday

The Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed former Governor Nasir El-Rufai's bail application hearing to Wednesday, April 1, 2026. El-Rufai faces multiple corruption charges and was escorted by ICPC operatives after court proceedings.

Edo Court Reinstates Akemokue as Okuokpellagbe of Okpella

An Edo State High Court has reinstated Engr. Lukman Akemokue as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, declaring his 2025 removal unlawful and a violation of his right to fair hearing. The court ordered Michael Sado to vacate the throne immediately.

El-Rufai Returns to Court After Mother's Burial

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai returned to court after temporary release for his mother's burial. The ICPC resumed proceedings on charges including public property conversion and money laundering.

AIG, 28 Others Face Contempt Charges for Disobeying Court

A Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled committal proceedings for May 2026 against former police legal director AIG Emmanuel Ade Aina and 28 others for allegedly violating court orders related to a residents' association dispute.

Ebonyi Woman Murdered Over Inheritance: NHRC Demands Justice

The National Human Rights Commission in Ebonyi State calls for justice for Nnenna Onu, a 35-year-old woman allegedly killed over her father's property inheritance. The case has seen delays since 2021, with one suspect arrested and remanded.

NHRC Launches 10-Month Human Rights Training Program

The National Human Rights Commission has initiated a comprehensive 10-month capacity-building program to enhance the protection and enforcement of human rights across Nigeria, focusing on economic, social, and cultural rights.

CSO Praises AGF for Plea Bargain in Oduah Fraud Case

The Centre for Justice and Accountability has lauded the Attorney General of the Federation for embracing a plea bargain in the N2.5 billion fraud case involving former aviation minister Stella Oduah, citing judicial efficiency and public interest protect

Group Sues FG, NASS, Police Over Alleged Protest Disruption

The Movement for Credible Elections has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Government, National Assembly, and Nigerian Police for allegedly using excessive force to disrupt a peaceful protest at the National Assembly complex in Abuja.

Lawyer Slams ICPC Over El-Rufai's Release Without Court Order

Public affairs analyst Anyakweh Miracle Amadi argues that the ICPC's release of former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai after his mother's death without a court order violates Nigerian law, raising constitutional concerns over arrest and detention procedure

Lawyer: El-Rufai's Arrest Legal Despite Political Claims

A legal practitioner confirms that former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai's arrest complies with Nigerian laws, noting his immunity ended in 2023. He criticizes arrest-before-investigation practices as deviating from international standards.

Female Judges Essential for Judicial Legitimacy

Justice Tinuade Akomolafe-Wilson argues that increasing female representation in Nigeria's judiciary is crucial for the justice system's legitimacy, highlighting barriers like low literacy and caregiving pressures.

NBA Launches Iseyin Branch to Enhance Justice in Oyo

The Nigerian Bar Association inaugurates its Iseyin Branch in Oyo State, featuring top jurists like Afam Osigwe and ex-CJN Ariwoola, aiming to strengthen legal practice and improve justice delivery at the grassroots level.

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