Kano court jails 85-year-old for rape
A High Court in Kano State has sentenced an 85-year-old man, Malam Isah Abdullahi, to 14 years in prison for a serious offence. The judgment was delivered by Justice Aisha Mahmud at the Gwarzo Division after a full trial. The court ruled that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. Officials from the state […]
VC asks court to strike out ₦100.5bn defamation suit filed by Nasarawa Govt, Gov Sule
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Mkar, Benue State, Professor Zacharys Anger Gundu, has asked an FCT High Court to strike out a ₦100.5 billion defamation lawsuit filed against him by the Nasarawa State Government and Governor Abdullahi Sule. The request was made through a preliminary objection submitted by his legal team. The objection, […]
Sheikh Gumi files criminal complaint against Facebook users over alleged death threats, defamation
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has filed a criminal complaint against some Facebook users over alleged death threats and defamatory statements made against him online. He said the posts crossed the line from criticism into dangerous and criminal behaviour that could threaten his personal safety. According to his lawyers, the offensive messages included threats to […]
Detained Lawyer Victor Giwa Grants Interview From Police Custody
Prominent lawyer Victor Giwa has granted an interview while in police custody, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his detention. Giwa, who is known for his high-profile legal advocacy, provided insights into the allegations against him and insisted on his commitment to justice and due process. During the interview, Giwa stated that he is fully […]
Supreme Court Fines Fubara ₦2 Million Over Appeal On Rivers State 2024 Budget
On Monday, February 10, 2025, the Supreme Court imposed a fine of ₦2 million on Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. The fine was for filing an appeal related to the state’s 2024 budget, which had been declared illegal by a lower court. The Supreme Court also dismissed Fubara’s appeal, which challenged a ruling about […]