Category : Judiciary


Court Dismisses N1bn Copyright Suit Against MTN

A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a N1 billion copyright infringement lawsuit against MTN Nigeria, describing it as frivolous. The court awarded N3 million costs against the plaintiffs. Read the full details.

Industrial Court Reinstates Enugu Neuropsychiatric Hospital MD

The National Industrial Court has declared the termination of Prof. Monday Igwe's appointment unlawful and ordered his reinstatement as Medical Director of Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.

Court Denies Revisiting Nnamdi Kanu's Case

Justice James Omotosho will not revisit the life imprisonment sentence of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Claims of pressure from Israel and the USA are unfounded. Get the verified facts here.

Appeal Court Bars VIO from Stopping, Impounding Vehicles

A landmark Court of Appeal judgment has stripped the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) of powers to stop, impound vehicles, or impose fines. This ruling demands urgent reform to end harassment and uphold citizens' constitutional rights. #Nigeria #RuleOfLaw

Oyedepo Assumes Office as DPP, Vows Reform

New DPPF Rotimi Oyedepo SAN vows to strengthen Nigeria's prosecution system with evidence-driven, independent decisions. Read his key priorities for justice reform.

Elderly man acquitted after 8 years in custody

Idowu Fashola, 70, shares his ordeal after being cleared of child molestation charges. The Lagos court found no credible evidence after an eight-year legal fight. Read his emotional story.

Judge in Netanyahu Case Killed in Highway Collision

Senior Israeli judge Benny Sagi, involved in PM Netanyahu's corruption case, dies after a vehicle veered off-road onto a highway and hit his motorcycle. The shocking incident is under full investigation.

Legal Practitioners Bill: Fears of Govt Capture, NBA Reprisal

President Tinubu's Legal Practitioners Bill, fast-tracked in Senate, risks turning the Body of Benchers into a government-controlled super-regulator. Critics warn it's institutional capture and a reprisal against the NBA. Read the full analysis.

Ondo Courts Shut Down Over Judicial Autonomy Strike

Judicial activities in Ondo State are paralyzed as magistrates and court officials begin an indefinite strike over autonomy and welfare. Governor Aiyedatiwa pledges 2026 budget implementation. Read the full details.

Court Upholds Death Sentence for Kebbi Woman

The Court of Appeal has affirmed the death sentence for Farida Abubakar for the murder of her ex-husband, a chief magistrate. Read the full details of the case and the Supreme Court appeal.

FG Drops Charges Against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

The Federal Government has withdrawn criminal defamation and cyberbullying charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The case stemmed from her assassination plot allegations against Akpabio and Yahaya Bello. Read the full details.

FG Drops Defamation Case Against Senator Natasha

The Federal Government has formally withdrawn the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The move ends a prosecution that sparked national debate on free speech. Read the full details.

NJC: FJSC Handled Judge Qualification, Not Us

The National Judicial Council clarifies that the Federal Judicial Service Commission handled the initial screening of 62 judge applicants. It denies reports of a failed 'integrity test' and vows to probe the source of misinformation. Read the full details

NJC Clarifies Stance on Federal High Court Applicants

The National Judicial Council clarifies its position on 62 Federal High Court judge applicants, denying reports of a failed integrity test. The NBA Anti-Corruption Committee warns unresolved sleaze weakens rule of law.

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