Federal High Court judges to begin Christmas vacation Dec 19
The Federal High Court has announced that its judges will commence their annual Christmas vacation on December 19. The break is part of the judiciary’s official calendar, giving judges time to rest after a busy year of hearings and rulings. During this period, regular court activities will be suspended while essential matters may still be […]
Taraba judiciary adopts new sentencing guidelines
The Taraba State judiciary has officially introduced new sentencing guidelines aimed at ensuring consistency and fairness in judicial rulings. The guidelines provide judges with a structured framework to determine appropriate punishments for different categories of offenses. Chief Judge of Taraba State stated that the move is designed to reduce disparities in sentencing and promote transparency […]
Edo Court Jails Physically Challenged Woman And 6 Others For Drug Trafficking
A woman living with a disability, Rita Idehen, has been sentenced to prison along with six others for drug-related crimes in Edo State. The sentencing took place at the Edo State High Court in Benin City, where different judges handled their cases separately. These convictions were secured by the Edo State branch of the National […]
CRRAN Condemns Dele Farotimi’s Detention, Appeals to Chief Judge of Nigeria Over Courts’ Violation of Human Rights
The Civil Rights Realisation and Advancement Network (CRRAN), a prominent human rights group in Nigeria, has condemned the arrest, detention, and remand of lawyer Dele Farotimi, calling it unconstitutional and a direct violation of citizens’ rights. The organization, led by President Olu Omotayo, issued a statement on Wednesday demanding Farotimi’s immediate release and warning that […]