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Northern Elders, FG Disagree on Lagos Gold Refinery

The Federal Government has dismissed claims by the Northern Elders Forum that it established a national gold refinery in Lagos, clarifying it's a private sector project. Read the full details of the dispute.

FG Charges SAN Ozekhome with Forgery Over UK Property

The Federal Government has filed a three-count criminal charge against Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, for alleged forgery linked to a disputed London property. Read the full details of the case filed at the FCT High Court.

ICPC Files Criminal Charge Against Ozekhome

The ICPC has charged Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, with three counts related to a London property fraud scheme. Read the full details of the case filed in Abuja.

Man Gets 50 Strokes, Islamiyya School for Trespass

A Kano Shari'a Court sentences Khalifa Auwal to 50 cane strokes, community service, and Islamic studies for trespass and theft. Read the full details of the judgment and rehabilitation order.

FG's Criminal Case Against Senator Natasha Struck Out

The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out the criminal defamation charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The case, which sparked a national debate on free speech, was discontinued by the AGF's office. Read the full details.

Kogi Gov Ododo Orders Demolition of Criminal Hideouts

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has demolished the 'Sambel Joint' in Okene, a notorious criminal hideout. This decisive action follows a state-wide crackdown on illegally acquired properties used for crime. Read more.

Portable Remanded in Prison Over Assault, Car Theft

Controversial singer Portable has been arraigned on a nine-count charge including assaulting a police officer and stealing a car. The judge denied him bail, remanding him until January 19. Read the full details.

Nigerian Killed in Toronto Bus Shooting, Suspect Charged

A Nigerian national was fatally shot on a GO bus in Toronto. The suspect, a 40-year-old man with a history of violent crimes including attempted murder, has been charged with first-degree murder. Read the full details.

Oyedepo Assumes Office as DPP, Vows Reform

New DPPF Rotimi Oyedepo SAN vows to strengthen Nigeria's prosecution system with evidence-driven, independent decisions. Read his key priorities for justice reform.

Elderly man acquitted after 8 years in custody

Idowu Fashola, 70, shares his ordeal after being cleared of child molestation charges. The Lagos court found no credible evidence after an eight-year legal fight. Read his emotional story.

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