Court stops APC, INEC from dismissing Cross River State Chairman
A Federal High Court has restrained the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from removing the party’s chairman in Cross River State. The court order followed a legal challenge over attempts to dismiss the chairman from office before the expiration of his tenure. According to the ruling, the court directed […]
Court remands FCTA Director in prison over alleged forgery of land documents
A court in Abuja has ordered the remand of a Director with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) in prison over alleged forgery of land documents. The decision followed the defendant’s arraignment on charges linked to falsifying official land records. The court ruled that the allegations were serious and required proper investigation before any consideration […]
Prosecution adopted silence as strategy against Nnamdi Kanu’s objections – Legal Expert
A legal expert has explained that the prosecution deliberately chose silence as a courtroom strategy during objections raised by Nnamdi Kanu in his ongoing trial. According to the expert, this approach was not accidental but a calculated legal move aimed at avoiding unnecessary arguments that could slow down proceedings or strengthen the defence’s position. The […]
Lagos court jails Adonai Institute provost for forging LASU result notification
A Lagos court has sentenced the Provost of Adonai Institute to prison after finding him guilty of forging a result notification allegedly issued by Lagos State University (LASU). The court ruled that the document was fake and presented with the intent to deceive authorities for personal gain. During the trial, prosecutors explained that investigations showed […]
Lagos Judiciary swears in 130 new Notaries Public
The Lagos State Judiciary has sworn in 130 newly appointed Notaries Public, strengthening the state’s legal and documentation system. The swearing-in ceremony took place in Lagos and was attended by senior judicial officers, legal practitioners, and family members of the appointees. The move is aimed at improving access to notarisation services across the state. Speaking […]
Taraba CJ swears in magistrates, area court judges, harps on impartiality, accountability
The Chief Judge of Taraba State has sworn in new magistrates and area court judges, emphasizing the importance of impartiality and accountability in the judiciary. The ceremony saw several judicial officers take their oaths, pledging to uphold justice and fairness in all cases. During the event, the Chief Judge highlighted that judges must remain unbiased […]
NOUN confers degrees on six inmates at Kuje custodial centre
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has awarded university degrees to six inmates at the Kuje Custodial Centre in Abuja. The ceremony marked a major milestone for prison education in Nigeria and showed how learning can change lives, even behind bars. Officials described the event as a step toward reform and rehabilitation. According to […]
CJN warns Judges against issuance of conflicting orders in 2027 general elections
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) has cautioned judges to avoid issuing conflicting court orders ahead of the 2027 general elections. The warning emphasizes the need for consistency in judicial decisions to uphold the integrity of the electoral process. The CJN highlighted that contradictory orders can cause confusion, undermine public confidence, and disrupt the smooth […]
Three men in court for stealing 500 chickens
Three men have been brought before a court for allegedly stealing 500 chickens from a poultry farm. The suspects were arraigned on charges linked to theft and unlawful entry, following an investigation by security agencies. According to the prosecution, the incident happened at night when the accused persons allegedly broke into the poultry farm and […]
Court orders EFCC to apologise for declaring Dubai-based businessman wanted
A Nigerian court has ruled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) must apologise to a Dubai-based businessman after declaring him wanted without proper justification. The court said the commission acted outside the law and violated the businessman’s rights by publishing his name as a wanted suspect without following due legal steps. According to […]