Senate Passes State Police Bill Second Reading
The Nigerian Senate passed a bill for the establishment of state police, moving it to the Constitution Review Committee for public hearings and further scrutiny.
Category : Judiciary
Otti Marks Democracy Day, Declares Abia’s Progress Irreversible
Alex Otti marks Democracy Day, affirming that accountable leadership has made Abia’s progress irreversible, with gains in infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
Osi Balogun of Ibadanland Dies After Brief Illness
Oba Olubunmi Isioye-Dada, the Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, has died after a brief illness. His passing triggers a succession process affecting senior chiefs, including APC aspirant Senator Sharafadeen Ali.
Ex-Imo Lawmaker Chief Ethelbert Nnanna Dies at 69
Chief Ethelbert Nnanna, former Imo State House of Assembly member for Oguta, has passed away at 69 after a brief illness, leaving a legacy of service.
Celebrating Professor Oti Without Hard Questions
Joshua Nwachukwu argues that while honoring Prof. Nnenna Oti is commendable, deeper issues of electoral pressure and institutional vulnerabilities remain unaddressed.
ADC, Aregbesola Demand Judge's Recusal in Leadership Dispute
The African Democratic Congress and its interim national secretary Rauf Aregbesola asked Judge Peter Lifu to withdraw from a leadership dispute suit, citing bias.
Labour Party Sues INEC Over Enugu By-Election Candidate Exclusion
The Labour Party has filed a lawsuit against INEC over alleged exclusion of its candidate from the Enugu North senatorial by-election scheduled for June 20.
Senate moves to expand appellate, federal courts
The Nigerian Senate is considering bills to increase Court of Appeal justices from 70 to 110 and Federal High Court judges from 70 to 90 to address judicial backlog.
Court Orders INEC to Reinstate Access Party Registration
A Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that INEC unlawfully halted Access Party's registration, ordering reinstatement and damages.
Timi Frank Warns Judiciary on ADC Leadership Case
Former APC spokesman Timi Frank cautions Nigerian judges against politically influenced rulings in the ADC leadership dispute, warning of international consequences.
Federal High Court 2026 Vacation July 27 to Sept 11
The Federal High Court will hold its 2026 annual vacation from July 27 to September 11, with special vacation courts in Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Enugu for urgent matters.
Senate moves to expand Appellate, Federal Courts amid backlog
The Nigerian Senate is considering bills to expand the Court of Appeal from 70 to 110 justices and the Federal High Court from 70 to 90 judges to address case backlog and improve justice delivery.
Court Adjourns APC Senatorial Primary Suit to June 25
Federal High Court in Gusau adjourns hearing of suit challenging APC senatorial primary for Zamfara North to June 25, 2026, due to absence of defendants INEC and APC.
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Peter Obi files ₦5bn defamation suit against Kenneth Okonkwo
Peter Obi has filed a ₦5 billion defamation lawsuit against Kenneth Okonkwo over alleged false claims made on live TV, including bribery and fraud allegations.
Court Stops Demolition at Roseville Gardens Estate, Lagos
A Lagos High Court in Epe has restrained contractors and banks from demolishing properties at Roseville Gardens Estate, Ogombo, pending a motion hearing.
Lagos Challenges Suit to Halt Inquest into Adichie's Son Death
Lagos AG and coroner challenge a suit seeking to stop the inquest into the death of Chimamanda Adichie's son, calling it premature and an abuse of court process.
Stakeholders Seek Stronger African Role in Global Arbitration
Stakeholders at the ICC Africa Conference urge stronger African presence in global arbitration and endorse Nigeria as a hub for resolving international commercial disputes.
ADC Leadership: Court to Rule on Recusal Bid June 16
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja has fixed June 16 to decide on recusal applications in the ADC leadership dispute involving Senator David Mark.
IPOB: FG Cross-Appeal Undermines Kanu Conviction
IPOB argues that the federal government's cross-appeal in Nnamdi Kanu's case undermines his conviction, questioning jurisdiction and trial validity.
ADC Official Sues Chief Judge, NJC Over Alleged Bias
Nkemakolam Ukandu of the ADC has sued the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court and the NJC, alleging bias and abuse of power in reassigning a party leadership dispute case.
Appeal Court Faults High Court Over PDP Caretaker Ruling
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has faulted a Federal High Court judge for granting reliefs not sought by parties in a PDP dispute, nullifying recognition of a caretaker committee.
Soludo Arraigns 8 Fake Pastors in Anambra Court
Anambra Governor Soludo arraigns 8 pastors under new Homeland Security Law targeting fake religious practices and crime in churches.
Court Orders CAC to Restore NYCN Registration, Reinstate Sukubo
Federal High Court orders CAC to restore NYCN registration, reinstate Sukubo's Board of Trustees, and disband interim management committee.
Supreme Court orders extradition of ex-NSPM boss to UK
Nigeria's Supreme Court dismissed Emmanuel Okoyomon's appeal, clearing his extradition to the UK to face bribery charges involving CBN officials and Securency International.
Court Orders Auction of Sha'aban's Properties Over Debt
A Kaduna High Court ordered the auction of former lawmaker Mahmood Sani Sha'aban's properties over a $1 million and N11.2 million debt to businessman Umar Faruk Abdullahi.
ADC chieftain sues CJ over Nafiu Bala case transfer
ADC National Welfare Secretary Nkemakolam Ukandu sues Chief Judge Justice Tsoho over transfer of Nafiu Bala's suit, alleging abuse of judicial powers.
Supreme Court Overturns Asset Freeze on Neconde, Nestoil
The Supreme Court set aside a Court of Appeal order freezing assets of Neconde Energy and Nestoil over a multibillion-dollar debt dispute, ruling the lower court exceeded its powers.
Court Halts Inquest into Adichie's Son's Death (05.06.2026)
A Lagos High Court orders a temporary halt to the coroner's inquest into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, pending a judicial review of the inquest's legality.
Court Stops Coroner Inquest into Adichie's Son Death
Lagos High Court suspends coroner inquest into Nkanu Adichie-Esege's death, granting judicial review to Euracare Hospital over jurisdictional issues.
Nestoil, Receiver Clash After Supreme Court Nullifies Asset Freeze
Nestoil Limited has engaged in a verbal clash with receiver Abubakar Sulu-Gambari after the Supreme Court annulled an order freezing its assets over an alleged debt default.
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