Kano APC gives NNPP 72 hours to retract allegations of influencing judiciary
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has given the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and its spokesperson, Ibrahim Karaye, 72 hours to retract claims that the state government is influencing court proceedings. APC described the allegations as “false, malicious, and legally indefensible,” stressing that the Kano government under Alhaji Abba Kabir […]
Ex-Army General heads for Supreme Court to challenge conviction on alleged fund stealing
A former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited, Umar Mohammed, has moved to challenge his conviction for alleged fund misappropriation at the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The retired officer said he decided to approach the apex court after the Court of Appeal partly upheld the judgment delivered by a Special Court Martial in […]
Alleged forgery on UK property: Court grants Prof Ozekhome, one other N10m bail each
A High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has granted bail of N10 million each to Prof. Mike Ozekhome (SAN) and his co-defendant, Ponfa Useni. They were arraigned on a 12-count charge filed by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation over alleged forgery linked to a UK property. The defendants pleaded not guilty to […]
Alleged N33.8bn fraud: Court bars Mamman’s lawyer from recalling prosecution witness
The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, barred the defence in former Power Minister Saleh Mamman’s trial from recalling a prosecution witness in the alleged N33.8 billion fraud case. Justice James Omotosho said the procedure was inconsistent with legal practice. Defence lawyer Femi Atteh, SAN, had requested that Abdulkareem Ibrahim Ozi, previously Prosecution Witness 2, […]
Certificate Forgery: Hearing in ex-minister Nnaji’s suit against UNN, others stalled
Hearing in the certificate forgery suit filed by former minister Uche Nnaji against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and others was stalled at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case was adjourned to April 20 to allow lawyers regularise their processes. Counsel to UNN and other defendants requested the adjournment, which was not […]
Court adjourns judgment in DSS’ N5.5bn defamation suit against SERAP
A Nigerian court has postponed judgment in the N5.5 billion defamation suit filed by the Department of State Services against SERAP. The case, which has drawn public attention, centers on allegations that the civic group made statements the agency considers damaging to its reputation. At the latest hearing, the presiding judge announced that ruling would […]
EFCC Vs Yahaya Bello: Trial shifted to March 10 as witness maintains transactions breached no law
The ongoing trial involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has been postponed until March 10. The court fixed the new date after hearing testimony from a prosecution witness during the recent session. During the proceedings, the witness maintained that the financial transactions under review did not […]
Appeal Court affirms Natasha’s suspension, says Senate Acted within law
The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on Monday affirmed the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate. The court ruled that the Senate acted within its powers under Section 66(4) of its standing rules and that the Senator’s fundamental rights were not violated, as she had claimed. Justice Abba Bello Mohammed explained […]
AGF takes over ICPC’s alleged fraud case against Mike Ozekhome
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has taken over the prosecution of the alleged fraud case filed by the ICPC against Prof. Mike Ozekhome, SAN. The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory approved the move, allowing the AGF to review the case file. As a result, […]
NJC recommends Hassan, Saidu, 12 others to Tinubu for appointment as judges
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended 14 legal practitioners to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. The recommendation was reached during the Council’s 110th meeting held on January 13 and 14, 2026, under the leadership of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun. Among […]