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 […]
Judge Reinstates Nnamdi Kanu’s Case After Recent Withdrawal
The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, has made a significant ruling in the ongoing treason trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). After weeks of uncertainty, Justice Tsoho has directed that the case file should return to Justice Binta Nyako, who previously recused herself […]
Federal High Court to Reopen After Annual Break
The Federal High Court has confirmed it will resume operations on Tuesday following its annual break. The vacation, which began on July 23, officially ended on September 13. However, due to a public holiday declared by the Federal Government in celebration of Eid-ul-Maulud, the court’s activities will now commence on Tuesday. The announcement about the […]
Court Decision on Arabic Inscriptions on Naira Notes
In a recent decision by the Federal High Court in Lagos, Judge Yellin Bogoro dismissed a lawsuit challenging the use of Arabic inscriptions on Nigerian Naira notes. The case, filed by Lagos-based lawyer Malcom Omirhobo, raised concerns about the inclusion of Arabic alongside Nigeria’s official languages—English, Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo. Judge Bogoro emphasized that the […]
Court Orders Buhari’s Ex-Minister To Account For N729bn Payment To Poor Nigerians
The Federal High Court in Lagos has directed Sadia Umar-Farouk, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disasters Management, and Social Development, to explain how N729 billion was spent on 24.3 million poor Nigerians over six months. According to Channels TV, Justice Deinde Isaac Dipeolu delivered the judgment last month following a Freedom of Information suit […]