Category : Judiciary


El-Rufai Sues ICPC for N1bn Over Unlawful Home Search

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a N1 billion fundamental rights lawsuit against the ICPC and police, claiming an invalid warrant led to an unconstitutional search of his Abuja residence, violating his privacy and dignity.

El-Rufai Files N1 Billion Suit Against ICPC Over Search

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a N1 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit against ICPC, challenging the validity of a search warrant used at his Abuja residence and seeking damages for alleged constitutional violations.

Nigeria Wins $6.2M Arbitration Case Against European Tech Giant

Nigeria has secured a major legal victory, winning a $6.2 million arbitration case against European Dynamics UK Ltd over a disputed national e-procurement project. The tribunal dismissed all claims, relieving Nigeria of financial exposure estimated at ove

ADC Chieftain Faults ICPC Over El-Rufai Detention Approach

Usman Okai Austin of the African Democratic Congress has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission to either charge former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to court or release him immediately, praising DSS for following legal procedures.

Dadiyata's Wife Speaks on Husband's 6-Year Disappearance

Khadija Lame, wife of missing activist Dadiyata, has pleaded for his return after six years of uncertainty. The case involves allegations against former governors El-Rufai and Ganduje, with human rights groups calling it an enforced disappearance.

Ex-South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Sentenced to Life

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for leading an insurrection during his 2024 martial law declaration. The court found he plotted to subvert the constitutional order and target political figures.

El-Rufai Rearrested by SSS After EFCC Bail in Abuja

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai was rearrested by the State Security Service immediately after securing bail from the EFCC. The SSS action is linked to allegations of unlawful phone interception involving the National Security Adviser.

Kano Hisbah Bans Tricycle Dress, Music, Mixed Gender in Ramadan

The Kano State Hisbah Board has prohibited tricycle operators from wearing three-quarter trousers, playing music, and carrying opposite genders during Ramadan. Violators face arrest and prosecution as part of a special operation against immorality.

Lawyer: FG Not Seriously Prosecuting El-Rufai

Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong argues the federal government's cybercrime charges against former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai lack critical details, suggesting no real prosecution intent.

Judge Warns of Army Arrest for IGP in Contempt Case

A Federal High Court judge in Abuja has warned she could order the Chief of Army Staff to arrest IGP Kayode Egbetokun for alleged disobedience of a court order in the case of a man missing since 2017. The judge offered options including contempt proceedin

Judge Lashes Out at Ghanaians Over Court Bribery Attempt

A Federal Capital Territory High Court judge has publicly condemned three Ghanaians and their Nigerian lawyer for allegedly attempting to bribe the court in a property fraud case involving River Park Estate, despite the Attorney General discontinuing char

CAN Niger Rejects Hisbah Law, Warns of Division

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State has strongly opposed the proposed Hisbah law, labeling it discriminatory and divisive. The association urges the government to focus on unity and existing security agencies.

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