CJN approves Akwa Ibom for 2025 Judiciary Sports Competition
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) has given official approval for Akwa Ibom State to host the 2025 Judiciary Sports Competition, a major annual event that brings together judicial workers from across the country. The decision was announced after a review of proposals submitted by various states, with Akwa Ibom selected for its readiness, facilities, […]
Federal High Court judges to begin Christmas vacation Dec 19
The Federal High Court has announced that its judges will commence their annual Christmas vacation on December 19. The break is part of the judiciary’s official calendar, giving judges time to rest after a busy year of hearings and rulings. During this period, regular court activities will be suspended while essential matters may still be […]
Taraba judiciary adopts new sentencing guidelines
The Taraba State judiciary has officially introduced new sentencing guidelines aimed at ensuring consistency and fairness in judicial rulings. The guidelines provide judges with a structured framework to determine appropriate punishments for different categories of offenses. Chief Judge of Taraba State stated that the move is designed to reduce disparities in sentencing and promote transparency […]
Court orders Ex-AGF Nwabuoku to enter defence in alleged N1.96bn money laundering case
A Nigerian court has directed former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Nwabuoku, to enter his defence in a high-profile money laundering case involving N1.96 billion. The trial, which has attracted significant public attention, relates to allegations that Nwabuoku misappropriated public funds during his tenure. The presiding judge stated that the prosecution has presented […]
Abeokuta Court of Appeal: Ogun set to begin construction
The Ogun State Government has announced plans to begin the construction of the long-awaited Court of Appeal complex in Abeokuta, the state capital. The project aims to bring justice delivery closer to the people and reduce the heavy workload currently handled by the Ibadan Division of the Court of Appeal. Governor Dapo Abiodun, while speaking […]
Abuja Court shifts Yahaya Bello’s trial on other charges to Nov 13
The Federal High Court in Abuja has shifted the ongoing trial of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, to November 13. The case, which involves other pending charges against the former governor, could not continue as earlier planned, leading the court to adjust the hearing date. The adjournment means Bello will return to court on […]
Lagos drags National Assembly to Supreme Court over Central Gaming Bill, seeks contempt proceedings
The Lagos State Government has taken legal action against the National Assembly at the Supreme Court over the proposed Central Gaming Bill, which aims to put betting and gaming activities under federal control. Lagos argues that the bill violates the constitution by trying to take over powers already given to state governments. According to Lagos […]
Kano court jail’s 20-year-old for aiding prostitution
A magistrate court in Kano has sentenced a 20-year-old woman after finding her guilty of helping others engage in prostitution. The young woman, whose name was not immediately released, was arrested by security operatives following intelligence reports about her activities. According to court documents, she was accused of connecting people to prostitutes and benefiting financially […]
Court throws out suit by APC faction challenging candidates of Rivers LG poll
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has dismissed a suit filed by a faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) seeking to disqualify candidates participating in the upcoming Rivers State local government elections. The group argued that the candidates did not emerge through a valid party primary and therefore should not contest in the […]
German nurse jailed for life over murder of 10 patients
A court in western Germany has handed a life sentence to a 44-year-old palliative care nurse after finding him guilty of murdering 10 patients and attempting to kill 27 others. The acts were carried out at a hospital in Wuerselen near Aachen between December 2023 and May 2024. The Aachen Regional Court ruled that his […]