The Nigerian Bar Association criticizes Omoyele Sowore for alleged media briefing in a courtroom, calling it a breach of decorum. Sowore denies the claim, stating he was there for legal procedures and interacted with court journalists.
Legal and civil society advocates call for urgent action to enforce and popularise the Administration of Criminal Justice Law, citing low awareness and weak implementation after a decade.
Ogun State Government has assumed prosecution of the case against NYSC official Abass Olalekan, charged in connection with corps member Victoria Ariyo's death, dismissing online claims about evidence strength.
Justice K.N. Ogbunnaya of the FCT High Court has declined to recuse herself from an EFCC case, dismissing bias allegations and proceeding without defence counsel present.
A High Court in Calabar has granted an order to relocate a vehicle seized from a Cameroonian MP, with the case adjourned for judgment on March 31, 2026, amid claims of unlawful detention and rights violations.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai's N1 billion fundamental rights lawsuit against ICPC to March 31. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik declined the anti-corruption agency's request for a delay and ordered service on a
Wasiu Rasheed, arrested at 17 during the 2020 EndSARS protests, has been discharged and acquitted after over five years in Kirikiri prison. He shares his ordeal and hopes for rebuilding his life.
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has responded to the Nigerian Bar Association, refuting claims he staged a press conference in court. He detailed his visit to obtain court documents and interactions with journalists.
NBA President Afam Osigwe has strongly criticized activist Omoyele Sowore for holding a press briefing inside a Federal High Court in Abuja, calling it an affront to the rule of law and a violation of courtroom decorum.
The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the use of courtrooms for media briefings, citing an incident involving activist Omoyele Sowore. NBA President Afam Osigwe emphasized that courtrooms are for justice, not publicity stunts.
The Nigerian Bar Association has issued a stern warning against using courtrooms as venues for media briefings, condemning an incident involving activist Omoyele Sowore at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
A Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail hearing for former governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, keeping him in ICPC custody on charges of public property conversion and money laundering.
Former President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Isa Ayo Salami (rtd), has highlighted systemic flaws in Nigeria's justice system, citing inadequate judicial appointments and questioning the legitimacy of Peter Obi's 2023 presidential candidacy under the
Nasir El-Rufai's legal team asked a judge to step down from his corruption case, citing bias. The court adjourned the bail hearing after a tense session in Kaduna.
A DSS operative denied Asiya El-Rufai access through the main gate of Kaduna Federal High Court during her husband's corruption arraignment, sparking a tense confrontation captured on video.
The trial of nine suspects in the 2025 Yelwata killings was disrupted when a defendant collapsed, leading to an adjournment for medical attention and raising humanitarian concerns.
The N14.09 billion lawsuit by 36 former Chevron employees over denied retirement benefits was delayed due to the judge's unavailability, with the trial rescheduled to June 18, 2026, in Lagos.
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail application of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, as he faces charges of conversion of public property and money laundering brought by the ICPC.
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail application of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, as he remains detained by the ICPC on charges of public property conversion and money laundering.
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Umar refutes claims of arrest by DSS following Peter Obi's visit, stating he was only invited for questioning and released peacefully.
A Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail hearing for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, 2026, after legal arguments from both prosecution and defense.
Religious leader Sheikh Ahmad Tijjani Umar refutes claims of DSS detention, stating he was only invited for questioning. Peter Obi had alleged arrest, sparking concerns over democracy and free speech in Nigeria.
A Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail hearing for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, 2026. The adjournment followed legal arguments from both prosecution and defense teams regarding constitutional rights and defense preparation.
Former AGF Abubakar Malami accuses EFCC of illegal raid on his properties without a valid court order, calling it a political attack and abuse of power in Nigeria.
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi reveals the arrest of religious leader Sheikh Ahmad Tijjani Umar shortly after hosting him in Kaduna, condemning it as a threat to democracy and free speech.
A Nigerian judge's order for a lawyer to kneel as punishment for contempt has ignited a debate on judicial power and human dignity, with legal bodies condemning the act as unconstitutional.
Kunle Rotimi petitions IGP Tunji Disu, accusing NUC officials of contempt for disobeying a Court of Appeal judgment ordering his reinstatement and payment of entitlements since 1996.
The family of Mr Uzoma Ilomuanya raises concerns over NDLEA's public statements, alleging a media trial that could prejudice judicial proceedings and violate constitutional fair hearing rights in a long-running drug case.
A Federal High Court in Asaba has sentenced Agbanashi Young to six months imprisonment for spraying and matching naira notes, a violation of the CBN Act 2007.
A Lagos High Court has granted an interim injunction in a dispute over a Lekki property connected to a company reportedly owned by Education Minister Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, restraining defendants from any actions on the land.