Widow in court for murder of police officer husband
Mokheseng Nqxulelo, 32, appears in court for the murder of her police sergeant husband. Case details reveal a 2023 altercation involving an official firearm. Read the full story.
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Gumi sues Facebook users over defamatory posts
Prominent Islamic scholar Ahmad Gumi takes legal action against two individuals for false posts alleging threats against the Defence Minister. The case highlights the fight against social media misinformation in Nigeria.
South African Man Accused of Murder, Hides Body in Suitcase
A 22-year-old South African man, Themba Xaba, is accused of murdering his 23-year-old girlfriend, Zinhle Mchunu, and burying her body in a suitcase. He will apply for bail in January 2026. Read the full story.
Ex-British Councillor in Court for S3x Attacks on Wife
Former Conservative councillor Philip Young accused of drugging and r@ping ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also charged. Victim waives anonymity. Full details.
Six Men Charged with 60 Sexual Offences Over 13 Years
A husband and five other men face 60 sexual offence charges for allegedly drugging and repeatedly raping his ex-wife over a 13-year period. The victim has waived her anonymity.
Court Reopens Terrorism Case Against Bello Turji's Associates
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the government's request to reopen a major terrorism case against suspects linked to bandit kingpin Bello Turji. Read the full details of the charges and the new trial date.
Man Sentenced to Death for Murder in Bayelsa
Joseph Fekala sentenced to death for murdering Kate Oguoh over N50,000 dispute. Justice Eradiri dismissed insanity plea. Read the full court details.
Akpabio Takes Natasha Suspension Battle to Supreme Court
Senate President Godswill Akpabio heads to the Supreme Court after the Appeal Court struck out his case over procedural flaws. The legal battle reveals deep political tensions in the Senate.
Man Jailed for Drugging & Raping Wife, Sharing Footage
A German man, Fernando P., was sentenced to 8.5 years for secretly drugging and raping his wife for years and sharing the videos online. The case highlights hidden domestic abuse.
German Man Jailed for Drugging, Raping Wife for Years
A German court sentences a man to 8.5 years for drugging, raping, and filming his wife. The case sparks debate on consent laws and online sexual violence in Europe. Read more.
Woman Charged with Murdering Mother After Both Went Missing
Emma Nightingale, 36, charged with murder of mother Lorna, 70, after both were reported missing for months. Found safe in September, tragedy struck in December. Read the full story.
Chris Ngige Granted Bail in N2.2bn EFCC Case
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige granted bail by Federal High Court in Abuja. Case adjourned to 2026. Details on the bail conditions and allegations inside.
Mbappe Wins €60m Court Case Against PSG
A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.
Former Marine Gets 21 Years for Liverpool Parade Attack
Paul Doyle sentenced to 21.5 years for driving into a Liverpool FC trophy parade crowd, injuring 134. Read the shocking details of the May 26 attack.
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.
French Man Admits to Incest, Fathering Kids with Daughter
A 58-year-old French man faces charges for fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11-year-old son into incest. The case, compared to Josef Fritzl, shocks Brest. Read the full report.
Herdsman Sentenced to Death for Murder in Borno
A High Court in Maiduguri has sentenced Adamu Mohammed to death by hanging for killing Adamu Ali. The judge dismissed his self-defence claim. Read the full details.
Nigerians, Sudanese Sentenced in US Romance Scam Case
Two Nigerian men and a Sudanese woman have been sentenced to over 20 years combined for a romance scam that caused a retired American teacher's suicide. Read the shocking details of the elaborate fraud.
Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition over alleged cybercrime charges. The case has been adjourned to January 2026. Read the full details.
Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted activist Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition in an alleged cybercrime case. The judge warned him against inciting statements. Read the full details.
VeryDarkMan in Court for Alleged Cyberbullying of Actresses
Social media commentator Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, appeared in court Tuesday facing cyberbullying charges involving Iyabo Ojo, Tonto Dikeh, and others. Follow the latest on this high-profile case.
Man Sentenced to Death for Murder in Kebbi Hotel
Bello Musa sentenced to death by hanging for poisoning Shamsiyya Usman in a Birnin Kebbi hotel. Court convicts on charges of homicide, conspiracy, and cheating. Read the full details.
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.
Child molester jailed for 3.5 years for sexual abuse
A child molester who claimed police and jury were hypnotised is jailed for 3.5 years for sexually abusing a teenage girl. Read the victim's powerful impact statement.
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.
Life sentence for man who murdered sleeping woman
Ernestas Juska sentenced to life imprisonment for stabbing family friend Nina Denisova to death and sexually assaulting her corpse. Shocking details emerge in court.
Borno Woman Sentenced to Life for Husband's Murder
Fatima Abubakar receives life imprisonment for poisoning her husband Goni Abba in Maiduguri. Court dismisses evil spirit claims in homicide case. Read full details.
Woman Who Accused Paul Okoye of Rape Avoids Court
The woman who accused Paul Okoye of rape faces legal consequences after failing to appear in court multiple times following her arrest and release on medical grounds.
UNIPORT Student Gets Death Sentence for Killing
A University of Port Harcourt student has been sentenced to death for the murder and dismemberment of his girlfriend. Justice delivered in Rivers State High Court.
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