Human rights lawyer Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa urges Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to suspend the planned resumption of monthly environmental sanitation, citing a pending Supreme Court case and a 2015 court order that nullified the policy.
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Usman Sule has urged lawyers to adopt stronger professional ethics and effective client-management strategies to reduce complaints and reputational damage within the legal profession.
The Lagos State High Court has dismissed a $250,000 loan recovery suit against businessman Chief Razak Akanni Okoya and Rao Investment Property Company Limited, ruling it was statute-barred under state limitation laws.
Human rights lawyers Femi Falana and Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa urge Lagos State to suspend the proposed monthly environmental sanitation exercise, citing a court order violation and criticizing it as outdated.
The Nigerian Bar Association confronts a pivotal election year in 2026, with court orders and external influences threatening its democratic processes, reminiscent of the 1992 Port Harcourt debacle that reshaped its leadership selection.
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has deferred judgment in an appeal by Neconde Energy Limited challenging a Court of Appeal ruling that disqualified its chosen counsel in a dispute with Nestoil Limited and lenders.
The lawyer for Mohbad's father raises concerns over DNA testing on the late musician's embalmed body, citing laboratory inadequacies and emphasizing transparency in the court-ordered process.
The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned a Federal High Court judge's order for a lawyer to kneel, stating it violates judicial standards and undermines courtroom dignity.
An Abuja High Court has fined the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission N500,000 for multiple adjournments in the trial of former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, citing delays in witness testimony.
A Federal High Court in Lagos has postponed a suit alleging false educational declarations by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to July 9, 2026, with plaintiffs seeking judicial interpretation on electoral transparency.
The Court of Appeal in Kaduna has overturned a Federal High Court ruling against former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, citing a fundamental breach of his right to a fair hearing and improper service of notice.
Prophet Joshua Iginla of Champions Royal Assembly has issued a spiritual warning about the health and safety of key political figures ahead of the 2027 elections, urging prayers and caution in travel.
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Tension erupted at the Federal High Court as Justice Mohammed Umar ordered activist Omoyele Sowore's lawyer to kneel, a directive the counsel rejected as unlawful under Nigerian law, sparking debate over judicial authority.
Tension erupted at the Federal High Court in Abuja as Justice Mohammed Umar threatened contempt against lawyer Marshall Abubakar, ordering him to kneel after a heated exchange over case scheduling and procedural disputes.
Kenneth Windley, 61, has been released from prison after nearly two decades for a 2005 robbery he was innocent of. A Brooklyn judge overturned his conviction following a prosecutor's review.
A Magistrate Court in Abuja has scheduled March 17 to deliver its judgment on the ICPC's application seeking a 14-day extension to detain former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who has been in custody since February 18 over financial misconduct allegation
The Save Nigeria Movement and Freelance Journalists Federation call on security agencies to prosecute those spreading false allegations against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, citing a politically motivated smear campaign.
Kyrsten Sinema acknowledges a relationship with a married man in court filings but argues the lawsuit should be dismissed as the alleged encounters occurred outside North Carolina.
A South African businessman must continue paying R40,000 monthly for his former wife's children after a court ruled his past conduct created a financial responsibility he cannot abandon.
The Plateau State High Court has declared the two-year tenure for local government chairmen unconstitutional, restoring a four-year term in line with Nigeria's Constitution.
Justice Bamidele Fola Adeyeye of the Ondo State High Court has passed away at age 65. The judiciary announced his death with profound grief, praising his integrity and dedication to justice.
A Ugandan court has sentenced Fortunate Kyarikunda to six months in prison for failing to marry Richard Tumwine, who sponsored her law education after their engagement agreement.
A Nigerian lawyer has sparked debate by questioning the institution of marriage after sharing a long list of divorce cases handled in just one court over a single week.
A Federal High Court in Akure has ruled that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa cannot contest the 2028 governorship election, citing constitutional eight-year term limits. The governor expressed surprise at the ruling.
The Parliamentary Advocacy Network praised the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee's decision to dismiss a misconduct petition against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, calling it a defence of due process and professional standards.
The Inspector General of Police has requested the Federal High Court to dismiss former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai's N1 billion rights enforcement suit, defending the search of his residence as lawful.
Senegal's National Assembly passed a bill doubling the maximum prison term for same-sex acts to 10 years and criminalizing promotion of homosexuality. The law awaits President Faye's signature.
Donald Trump's legal team has formally requested that New York Attorney General Letitia James release all communications with Michael Cohen, following Cohen's allegations that he was pressured to testify against the former president.
Rapper Travis Scott argues using rap lyrics as evidence for a Texas death row inmate's sentence violates constitutional protections, with support from other hip-hop artists.
The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee has dismissed a petition against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, finding no prima facie case regarding alleged overlap of NYSC service and Law School attendance.