Ned Nwoko to Appeal Court Ruling Striking Out Suit
Senator Ned Nwoko announces appeal after Federal High Court strikes out his suit challenging Ifeanyi Okowa's APC senatorial candidacy, citing defective originating process.
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Senate mourns former Senator Anthony Adeniyi, SAN
The Senate on Wednesday sympathised with the family of former Senator Anthony Adeniyi, a SAN who died at 75, and observed a minute's silence in his honour.
Nigeria's Top Legal Institutions Now All Led by Women
For the first time in Nigeria's history, women lead the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Nigerian Law School, and NBA simultaneously, marking a historic shift in the justice sector.
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya Wins NBA Presidential Election (21.07.2026)
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya SAN wins NBA presidential election with 12,317 votes, becoming the second woman to lead the association in its 66-year history.
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NBA Leadership Crisis: History, Challenges, and 2026 Election
The Nigerian Bar Association faces critical leadership challenges as it heads into its 2026 presidential election, with issues of universal suffrage, digital voting integrity, and campaign financing threatening its commitment to the rule of law.
House panel may adopt Senate version of state police bill
The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review may adopt the Senate-passed version of the state police bill to fast-track constitutional amendment, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu said on Monday.
Court Strikes Out Ned Nwoko’s Suit Against Okowa’s APC Candidacy
A Federal High Court in Abuja struck out Senator Ned Nwoko’s suit challenging Ifeanyi Okowa’s APC candidacy for Delta North Senatorial District, ruling the case was void because Nwoko filed through an attorney instead of personally.
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya Wins NBA Presidential Election
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya has been elected the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association, defeating two other candidates in the 2026 national officers' election.
NBA confirms Saturday election as scheduled despite SSS detention
The Nigerian Bar Association confirms its national election will proceed on Saturday as planned, after an emergency NEC meeting and the release of its election service provider's MD by the SSS.
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Supreme Court affirms forfeiture of Emefiele's assets to FG
The Supreme Court upheld the permanent forfeiture of seven properties, over $2 million, and share certificates linked to ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele to the federal government.
Court fines PDP BoT N140m for frivolous suit against INEC
Federal High Court in Abuja awards N140 million against PDP BoT for filing frivolous suit against INEC, also dismisses leadership tussle suit as abuse of court process.
Badejo-Okusanya leads NBA presidential election with 45%
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN) leads the NBA presidential election with 9,053 votes (45.18%), ahead of Lateef Akangbe (31.27%) and Olumuyiwa Akinboro (23.54%), amid cyberattack delays.
Reserved Seats Bill Will Fix Political Imbalance Against Women
GSAI Executive Director Adaora Sydney-Jack says the Reserved Seats for Women's Bill aims to correct decades of structural inequality in Nigerian politics, warning of fewer female candidates in 2027 without action.
Court Strikes Out Suit on Turaki-Led PDP Recognition
A Federal High Court in Abuja struck out a suit seeking to compel INEC to recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led PDP NWC, ruling that the plaintiffs lacked legal standing.
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Supreme Court Restores Emefiele Property Forfeiture
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has restored the interim forfeiture of properties linked to former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele in Lekki, Ikoyi, and Agbor, ruling that the lower court erred in setting aside the order.
Gbajabiamila sues Adeyemi for ₦15bn over defamation
Femi Gbajabiamila files ₦15bn defamation suit against Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi over allegations of demanding 48% kickback from ₦27.3bn government grant.
Senate Passes Three Concurrence Bills, Advances FMC Bill
The Senate passed three concurrence bills from the House of Representatives and advanced a bill to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Arugungu, Kebbi State, to improve healthcare access.
NAHCON unveils reform agenda for Hajj administration
NAHCON Chairman Ismail Yusuf announced reforms for Nigeria's Hajj administration, focusing on accountability, digital innovation, and improved pilgrim services, with 2027 preparations underway.
Akpabio Threatens Legal Action Over Faulty Microphones
Senate President Godswill Akpabio threatens legal action against the contractor renovating the National Assembly chambers after repeated microphone malfunctions caused embarrassment during plenary and a public event.
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Saraki petitions LPPC to deny Kwara AG SAN rank over abuse of powers
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki petitions the LPPC to deny Kwara Attorney General Sulyman Ibrahim the SAN rank, citing malicious prosecutions in two criminal cases.
Kogi High Court Dismisses NDC Deregistration Report as False
Kogi High Court has dismissed a social media report claiming it ordered the deregistration of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), calling it false and misleading.
Ex-Minister Nnaji in Court for Certificate Forgery Charges
Former Minister Uche Nnaji arrived at the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday for arraignment by the ICPC on certificate forgery charges, following months of investigation.
Court Upholds Order Restraining INEC From Recognising ADC Congresses
The Court of Appeal in Abuja upheld a restraining order barring INEC from recognising state congresses organised by the David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the ADC, citing constitutional violations.
Appeal Court Overturns Injunction Blocking NBA 2026 Election
The Court of Appeal in Ibadan set aside an Oyo High Court order that restrained the NBA Electoral Committee from conducting the 2026 national officers' election, clearing the path for Saturday's vote.
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Can't File Divorce and Claim Spouse Snatching
Nigerian lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye argues you cannot file for divorce and simultaneously accuse someone of snatching your spouse, as filing proves the marriage is irretrievably broken.
South Africa Publishes 2026 Visa-Free Countries List
South Africa's Department of Home Affairs released an official list of over 100 countries whose citizens can enter visa-free in 2026, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, India, China, and the US.
Being presidential candidate not an achievement, Umahi fires back at Obi
Minister of Works Dave Umahi says being a presidential candidate is not an achievement, replying to Peter Obi who said Umahi must become a candidate before debating.
NLS, BOSCON Insist on Authority to Confer Blue Silk Rank
The Nigerian Law Society and Body of Senior Counsel of Nigeria insist they have the authority to confer the Blue Silk rank, rejecting interference from the LPPC, NBA, or government institutions.
Gombe Court Reserves Judgement in PDP Primaries
The Federal High Court in Gombe has reserved judgement in a suit challenging the PDP governorship primary that produced Isa Pantami as candidate.
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NICN limits police lawyers not appointed legal officers to prosecution
The National Industrial Court in Abuja ruled that police lawyers not appointed as legal officers can only prosecute criminal cases, barring them from other legal functions.
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