Again, Ex-Gov Sule Lamido’s arraignment on alleged N1.3bn fraud aborted
The arraignment of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido over an alleged N1.3 billion fraud case has been delayed once again. The case, which was scheduled to proceed in court, could not continue due to certain procedural issues. The matter involves allegations of financial mismanagement during his time in office. Court officials are expected to […]
Easter: Lagos Chief Judge declares one-week court vacation
The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Kazeem Alogba, has approved a one-week court vacation to mark the Easter season. The break will begin on April 3 and end on April 10, 2026, with normal court activities resuming on April 13. The announcement was made through a notice issued by the Chief Registrar, Tajudeen Elias, on […]
Lawyers ask CJN to refer NBA President, Osigwe to LPPC for ‘publicly reprimanding’ judge
A group of lawyers under the Nigerian Law Society has asked Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to refer Afam Osigwe to the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee. They accused him of publicly criticising a judge instead of using proper legal channels. The issue began after a courtroom incident involving Mohammed Umar, who reportedly asked a lawyer to kneel during […]
Paul Okoye Denies Reports About Accuser’s Sentence
Music star Paul Okoye has denied reports claiming that a woman who once accused him of serious sexual misconduct and crimes involving young people has been sentenced to six years in prison. Okoye made the clarification in a public statement to set the record straight. He said the reports circulating online were false and misleading, […]
Court sentences Living Faith Pastor to death in Uyo
An Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo has sentenced Prince Emmanuel Umoh, a 29-year-old resident pastor of Living Faith Church, to death by hanging for the murder of his landlord, Gabriel Bassey Edward. The court found Umoh guilty of stabbing Edward, a University of Uyo student, to death inside the church premises. Evidence showed […]
Prince Andrew pictured leaving police station following arrest on suspicion of misconduct
Prince Andrew was seen leaving a police station after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Reports say he was detained Thursday morning and later released while investigations continue. Photographs showed him slouching in a car seat, apparently trying to avoid cameras gathered outside. Authorities say the probe is tied to allegations linked […]
Court adjourns human rights lawyer’s case to February 4
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has adjourned the case involving human rights lawyer, Victor Giwa, and his co-defendant, Bukola Ibitade, to February 4, 2026. The matter was filed by the Nigeria Police Force over allegations of forgery involving the letterhead of a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Awa Kalu. […]
I wish you well – Dino Melaye reacts to Malami’s arraignment for money laundering
Former senator Dino Melaye has reacted to the arraignment of ex–Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, over allegations of money laundering. In a brief public comment, Melaye said he wished Malami well as the legal process unfolds. Melaye did not go into details about the case but emphasized that everyone deserves a fair hearing in […]
Court remands ex-AGF Malami in Kuje Prison
A court has ordered that former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, be remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre while legal proceedings continue in a case brought before it. The order followed his appearance in court over allegations that have not yet been fully determined. According to reports, the court decided that Malami should be kept […]
Court grants Malami interim bail, adjourns case to Jan 5
A Nigerian court has granted former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, interim bail while his case has been postponed to January 5. The court said the bail was temporary and would allow him remain free pending further hearing on the matter. The judge explained that the adjournment was necessary to give both the prosecution […]