Nnamdi Kanu reports Abuja Chief Judge to CJN over case transfer
The leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has asked the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, to assign his case to a different judge. His legal team, led by Aloy Ejimakor, sent a letter explaining that the current judge, Justice Binta Nyako, had already stepped down from the […]
Assign Nnamdi Kanu’s case to another judge or transfer to South-East – IPOB lawyers write CJN
The legal team representing Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has written to Nigeria’s Chief Justice, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. They are asking for the case to be assigned to a different judge or moved to the South-East, where the alleged offenses took place. Kanu’s case has been ongoing since 2015 and […]
EFCC arraigns man for selling Cartier diamond bracelet in dollars in Lagos
On February 5, 2025, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Precious Chimaobi Uzondu before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. Uzondu is facing two charges related to allegedly refusing to accept Naira as payment for a Cartier diamond bracelet. The case was heard by Justice A.O. Owoeye. The EFCC has accused Uzondu […]
Transfer My Case To The South East – Nnamdi Kanu To Chief Judge
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has requested that his trial be moved to the Southeast if no judge in Abuja is willing to handle it. He made this demand following concerns about Justice Binta Nyako, who previously withdrew from his case. Back in September 2024, Kanu asked Justice Nyako […]
Appeal Court bars Federal High Court from dabbling into Kano Emirate legal tussle
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has delivered a significant judgment concerning the ongoing legal battle over the Kano Emirate. In a 2-1 decision, the appellate court ruled that the Federal High Court in Kano lacks jurisdiction to adjudicate on the matter, emphasizing that chieftaincy disputes within the state fall under the exclusive authority of […]
Court summons Tunji-Ojo, AGF over proposed expatriate employment levy
The Federal High Court in Abuja has summoned the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, regarding the controversial Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL). The court ordered both officials to appear on January 16, 2025, to explain why the proposed levy should not be stopped. This directive follows a […]
Biafra: IPOB lawyer, Ejimakor rejects Nigerian govt move to set date for resumption of Nnamdi Kanu’s trial
Aloy Ejimakor, the lead lawyer for Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has opposed the Nigerian government’s recent attempt to restart Kanu’s trial. This opposition comes after Justice Binta Nyako of the Abuja Federal High Court withdrew from the case on September 24, 2024. Kanu’s legal team had requested the judge […]
Sanwo-Olu’s Suit Seeking to Prohibit EFCC From Arresting Him Struck Out
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a lawsuit filed by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The governor filed the suit to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from arresting, detaining, or prosecuting him after completing his tenure in office. The dismissal was made by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik after Sanwo-Olu’s legal […]
Court Orders Final Forfeiture of $2.045 Million and Properties Linked to Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele
In a significant ruling, a Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, to forfeit substantial assets, including $2.045 million, several properties, and share certificates. This order follows allegations that the assets were acquired through questionable financial activities. Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court ruled […]
EFCC Requests Court to Proceed with Yahaya Bello’s Arraignment in His Absence
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, to proceed with the trial of Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, even if he isn’t present. On October 30, the EFCC’s lead counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, argued that Bello’s continued absence should not hold back justice. “A […]