Judge rejects Nnamdi Kanu’s brother court appearance
A Nigerian court has refused to allow Nnamdi Kanu’s brother to appear in a recent hearing. The judge stated that the court’s procedures must be followed strictly and that only authorized representatives could present matters on behalf of the defendant. This decision comes amid ongoing proceedings related to Nnamdi Kanu’s trial. The court emphasized the […]
Nigerian, South African accomplice bag 37-year jail term for drug trafficking
A Nigerian man and his South African partner have been sentenced to 37 years in prison for their roles in a drug trafficking operation. The court found the two guilty after evidence showed they were involved in transporting and distributing illegal substances. Their arrest followed months of surveillance and investigation by security agencies. During the […]
Murderer’s sentence increased for killing cellmate in UK
A UK court has increased the sentence of a convicted murderer after he was found guilty of killing his cellmate while serving time. According to court reports, the inmate attacked and murdered his fellow prisoner during a violent incident inside the facility. The judge said the gruesome act showed a clear disregard for human life. […]
Judge strikes out ICPC suit against Kano electoral officials
A Federal High Court judge has struck out a case filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) against several Kano electoral officials. The suit, which accused the officials of misconduct during previous election processes, was dismissed after the court ruled that the charges were not properly supported with sufficient evidence. […]
Cyberstalking: Two Enugu residents sent to prison for allegedly defaming Ebonyi federal lawmaker
Two residents of Enugu State have been sentenced to prison for allegedly defaming a federal lawmaker from Ebonyi State through online platforms. The court found them guilty of cyberstalking and publishing false information intended to damage the reputation of the legislator. The conviction highlights the growing concern over the misuse of social media and digital […]
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 […]
Lagos court jails man for N8.56 billion Wema Bank fraud
A Lagos court has sentenced a man to prison after he was found guilty of being involved in a massive N8.56 billion financial fraud linked to Wema Bank. The case, which has drawn public attention due to the huge amount involved, centered on allegations that the suspect illegally moved funds through fraudulent banking transactions. The […]
Court rejects Lamido’s move to stop PDP National Convention
The Federal High Court in Abuja has turned down a request by former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, to halt the upcoming Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention. Lamido asked the court to stop the party from moving forward with the event, but his plea was not granted at this stage. Lamido’s lawyer, Jeph Njikonye, […]
Court bars INEC from recognizing outcome of PDP National Convention
A Federal High Court in Abuja has placed a temporary order stopping the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting or recognising the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention. The convention, scheduled to hold in Ibadan on November 15–16, was meant to produce new national leaders for the party. The court ruling […]
Court gives Nnamdi Kanu 24 hours to defend terrorism charges against him
The Federal High Court in Abuja has directed Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to begin his defence against terrorism charges on October 24, giving him just 24 hours to comply. Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the case, ruled that failure to open his defence as ordered would be seen […]