Court Grants Malami Bail, Fixes Jan 5 for Hearing
An FCT High Court has granted interim bail to former AGF Abubakar Malami, with conditions including passport surrender. Full hearing set for January 5, 2026. Read the latest details.
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FCT records 300 major crimes in three months
FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.
Court Restrains Ex-Commissioner in N100bn Otti Defamation Case
An FCT High Court has barred former Abia Information Commissioner Eze Chikamnayo from making defamatory comments against Governor Alex Otti, pending a N100bn lawsuit. Details on the legal battle.
Police Yet to Receive Court Order on Tinted Glass Policy
The Nigeria Police Force says it has not been officially served with a Delta State High Court injunction stopping tinted glass permit enforcement. The Force will review the order once served.
Court Halts APC, INEC Over Cross River Chairman Removal
FCT High Court restrains APC and INEC from enforcing a resolution against Cross River APC Chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba. Interim orders protect his position ahead of key party meetings.
Court Dismisses Malami's Bail Application
FCT High Court dismisses ex-AGF Abubakar Malami's bail plea, backing EFCC's detention. Justice Hassan cites valid remand order. Full details inside.
Ngige Granted Bail in ₦2.2bn Fraud Case
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
Wike Reinstates FCT Education Secretary, IRS Chairman
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reinstated Danlami Hayyo and Michael Ango. The move follows suspensions linked to a disputed school closure memo and undisciplinary acts. Read the full details.
Court Bars Police from Enforcing Tinted Glass Permit
A Delta State High Court has issued an order restraining the IGP and Nigeria Police from resuming tinted glass permit enforcement nationwide. Get the full details on the legal battle and police response.
CJN Mandates Virtual Hearings to Clear Court Backlog
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.
Court Orders Wike to Appear in N40bn Defamation Case
A High Court in Abuja has summoned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to appear in a N40bn defamation suit filed by APC's Tonye Cole over comments made on Channels TV. Details inside.
Wike Sacks FCT-IRS Acting Chairman, Senior Official Takes Over
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has removed Michael Ango as acting chairman of the FCT Internal Revenue Service. The reason remains undisclosed. Read the full details and implications here.
Medical Panel Appeals FCT Court Ruling on Doctor
The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel challenges an FCT High Court judgment that overturned the interim suspension of Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji. The appeal seeks to clarify regulatory powers in Nigeria's medical sector.
Court Shifts Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's Trial to 2026
An FCT High Court has adjourned the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026. Read the full details of the court's ruling and the legal arguments presented.
Court dismisses N1bn fraud case against MTN ex-staff
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
Federal High Court orders EFCC to release 27 houses
Federal High Court Abuja mandates EFCC to immediately return 27 properties wrongly seized. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik vacates forfeiture order after claimants prove ownership. Read full details.
Bandits kidnap 7 youths in FCT community raid
Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi settlement, abducting six teenage girls and a 16-year-old boy. The attack highlights growing security concerns in Bwari Area Council bordering Kaduna State.
N100m Rights Suit Against IGP Dismissed by Court
An Oyo State High Court has dismissed a N100 million fundamental rights suit against the IGP and others. Justice Oyediran ruled the application lacked merit. Read the full details.
Ejimakor: No Lawyers Could Change Kanu's Verdict
Aloy Ejimakor, legal consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, states that even one million lawyers couldn't have changed the terrorism conviction outcome. Read his full analysis of the case.
Judge's absence stalls Akpoti-Uduaghan's trial
The cybercrime trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been adjourned to February 4, 2026, due to the judge's absence. Get the latest updates on this high-profile case.
NBA Bwari gives VIO 7-day ultimatum to quit FCT roads
NBA Bwari Branch demands VIO officers immediately leave FCT highways, citing court order violation. Legal action threatened if non-compliant within 7 days. Read full details.
NBA Bwari gives VIO 7 days to leave FCT roads
NBA Bwari's Human Rights Committee demands VIO officers immediately leave FCT roads, citing Federal High Court order. Agency faces contempt proceedings if non-compliant within 7 days.
Court Denies Assassination Attempt on Nnamdi Kanu Judge
Federal High Court debunks false reports of assassination attempt on Justice James Omotosho following Nnamdi Kanu's life sentence. Read official statement and details.
Court Denies Assassination Attempt on Kanu's Judge
Federal High Court dismisses fake news about assassination attempt on Justice Omotosho following Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment sentencing. Security agencies urged to investigate.
Obi condemns Kanu's life imprisonment, calls for talks
Labour Party's Peter Obi criticizes Nnamdi Kanu's life sentence, advocates dialogue over prosecution. Read his full statement and analysis of the ongoing security crisis in Southeast Nigeria.
Buhari's Ex-Aide Confronts Peter Obi on Kanu
Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad condemns Peter Obi's criticism of Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment, revealing IPOB leader's confessions. Read full details of the political clash.
Medical Panel Appeals Dr. Orji Suspension Ruling
MDPIP challenges FCT High Court decision that overturned Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji's interim suspension following criminal negligence conviction. Key legal battle over medical regulatory powers.
DSS Evidence Admitted in UN Complex Bombing Trial
Federal High Court Abuja admits DSS video evidence in trial of Al-Barnawi and four others for 2011 UN complex bombing that killed 20. Trial continues December 5.
Court Orders Police Out of Nestoil Premises
Federal High Court directs Lagos Police to withdraw officers from Nestoil facilities in ongoing debt dispute with FBNQuest Merchant Bank. Latest ruling shifts case dynamics.
Nnamdi Kanu Gets Life Sentence, Special Detention Order
Federal High Court sentences IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment. Justice Omotosho orders special protective custody away from Kuje prison. Full details of the landmark judgment.
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