PDP Warns of Democratic Backslide from Supreme Court Ruling
The PDP warns that interpretations of the Supreme Court's Rivers emergency ruling risk Nigeria's democracy. The party calls for constitutional safeguards to protect federalism.
Category : Judiciary
CJN Mandates Virtual Hearings to Clear Court Backlog
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.
Court Orders Wike to Appear in N40bn Defamation Case
A High Court in Abuja has summoned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to appear in a N40bn defamation suit filed by APC's Tonye Cole over comments made on Channels TV. Details inside.
Judge Orders Release of Epstein Grand Jury Files
A federal judge in Florida has ordered the public release of grand jury records from the 2005 and 2007 Jeffrey Epstein investigations. This follows a new law requiring transparency.
Lawyer Plans Court Challenge to Harrison Gwamnishu's Remand
Barrister Favour Ajuebor condemns the 14-day remand of activist Harrison Gwamnishu, vows legal action by Monday, and raises six key questions about the arrest's motive.
Supreme Court Strikes Out Osun's Suit on LG Funds
Nigeria's Supreme Court dismisses Osun State's suit over withheld LG allocations, ruling the AG lacked standing. The court condemned the FG's action as unconstitutional. Read the full details.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun Suit on LG Funds
The Supreme Court has struck out Osun State's suit to compel FG to release LG funds, citing lack of locus standi. Read the full details and implications of the judgment.
Turaki-led PDP asks judge to recuse from leadership suit
The Kabiru Turaki-led PDP faction has filed a motion requesting Justice Joyce Abdulmalik to step down from a suit filed by the Nyesom Wike camp, citing apprehension of bias. The case concerns control of the party's national secretariat.
Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun's LG Funds Suit
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
240 Lawyers Sworn In as Notaries Public in Abuja
Chief Judge of the FCT, Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf, has sworn in 240 new Notaries Public, including Barrister Somaniya Chigbue. Read about the ceremony and its significance for Nigeria's legal system.
Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.
Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.
Appeal Court Upholds Ban on VIO Stopping Motorists
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a landmark ruling, stripping Vehicle Inspection Officers of powers to stop, fine, or confiscate vehicles from motorists. This victory for road users' rights reinforces that only courts can impose sanctions.
Court Upholds Ban on VIO Vehicle Impoundment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
Kanu Files Motion to Leave Sokoto Prison for Appeal
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu asks Federal High Court to transfer him from Sokoto prison, arguing distance hampers his right to appeal life sentence. Hearing adjourned to December 8.
Court Bars VIO from Stopping, Impounding Vehicles
Appeal Court affirms ban on VIO's power to stop, impound vehicles & fine motorists in Abuja. Landmark ruling reinforces rights, awards N1m cost. Details inside.
NICON Town Land Crisis Deepens as Residents Seek Full Trial
The land battle inside NICON Town Estate in Lekki intensifies as residents ask the Lagos High Court to discard an originating summons for a full trial. The case, filled with fraud allegations, is adjourned to February 2026.
Nicon Town Land Row: Court Adjourns Ruling to Feb 2026
A Lagos High Court will rule in February 2026 on whether a major land dispute in Lekki's Nicon Town Estate should proceed to full trial. Residents allege fraud in a 2010 sub-lease for 5,899sqm of communal land. Read the full details.
Call for Secular Governance in Nigeria Amid Religious Violence
Analysis of Nigeria's religious violence crisis, highlighting attacks on Christians and the contradiction of Sharia law. A call for secular governance and constitutional reform to protect all citizens.
NICON Town Land Dispute: Residents Seek Full Court Trial
Residents of NICON Town Estate in Lekki ask a Lagos High Court to reject a summons and order a full trial in a land dispute involving fraud claims. The case adjourned to February 2026.
82 Nigerian Women on Death Row, Group Seeks Halt
ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.
Nigerian-British Mum Battles Stepmum Over £1.75m Inheritance
Emma McDaniel, a mother of two with disabled children, is in a High Court fight with her stepmother after being cut from her late father's £1.75 million estate. Read the full story of the family legal battle.
US Dismisses 8 Immigration Judges in New York
The US Department of Justice has dismissed eight immigration judges in New York City, a move seen as part of President Trump's nationwide crackdown on undocumented migrants. Read the full story.
Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition over alleged cybercrime charges. The case has been adjourned to January 2026. Read the full details.
Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted activist Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition in an alleged cybercrime case. The judge warned him against inciting statements. Read the full details.
NIS CG's Arraignment for Perversion of Justice Adjourned
The National Industrial Court adjourns the arraignment of NIS Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap to March 2026 for police investigation. Read the full details of the case alleging obstruction of justice.
ECOWAS Court Studies Human Rights Enforcement in Europe
ECOWAS Court delegation concludes a week-long study visit to European human rights institutions to improve enforcement of its own rulings. Discover the key takeaways.
Medical Panel Appeals FCT Court Ruling on Doctor
The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel challenges an FCT High Court judgment that overturned the interim suspension of Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji. The appeal seeks to clarify regulatory powers in Nigeria's medical sector.
Supreme Court Hears Major Online Music Piracy Case
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on whether internet service providers can be held liable for users' music piracy. A $1 billion verdict against Cox Communications is at stake. Read the full details.
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