Niger Recruits Forest Guards, Urges Discipline
Niger State Government has deployed the first batch of newly recruited forest guards. Governor Bago visited trainees, urging discipline in the fight against criminal elements in forests.
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January Tax Reforms Face Uncertainty Over Alteration Claims
Nigeria's planned January tax reforms face mounting opposition from lawmakers, labour, and civil society over allegations of unauthorised alterations. Calls grow for suspension pending investigation. Read more.
NLC Calls for Rejection of Distorted Tax Law
The Nigeria Labour Congress urges Nigerians to reject any falsified tax law, emphasizing fairness and collective action to protect workers' rights and dignity. Join the call for social justice.
NANS Petitions DSS Over Plot to Sabotage Tinubu's Reforms
Nigerian students' body, NANS, petitions DSS over alleged plot by a shadowy group and opposition figures to undermine key government reforms using unverified procurement allegations. Calls for urgent investigation.
Igbo Lawyers' Group Pledges Justice Reform at Lagos Event
Otu Oka Iwu, an association of Igbo lawyers, reaffirmed its commitment to improving Nigeria's justice system at its 2025 Annual Dinner in Lagos. The event honoured Senior Advocates and addressed key legal and cultural issues.
SAN Proposes 10 Reforms to Fix Nigeria's Judicial Gridlock
Senior Advocate Fidelis Oditah warns that prioritizing electoral disputes over socio-economic justice cripples Nigeria's courts. He outlines 10 key solutions for reform. Read his full critique.
Fagbemi: Tinubu Committed to Efficient, Accountable Justice Sector
AGF Lateef Fagbemi launches a digital document system at the Justice Ministry, marking a shift from manual processes. This move aligns with Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda for a faster, citizen-driven justice system. Read more.
Supreme Court Justice Demands Justice Reform for Women
Justice Helen Ogunwumiju urges a reimagined, accessible justice system for women and girls in Nigeria, highlighting barriers and solutions at WARDC's 25th anniversary.
Gathering 2025: Women of Faith Challenge Limiting Narratives
Sarah Stephen reflects on the transformative power of community for Nigerian women, urging a trauma-informed justice system and an end to aid dependency. Read how women are redefining ambition.
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.
Ex-Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad Dies Days Before Birthday
Bauchi State confirms the death of former Chief Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad in Saudi Arabia. The jurist passed away two weeks before his 72nd birthday. Read more.
Former Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad Dies at 71
Nigeria's judiciary mourns the death of former Chief Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad at 71. Tributes pour in from NJC and legal bodies. Read about his legacy.
Rape survivor's cry: 'Poverty has made my voice silent'
A young woman in Adamawa demands justice after her alleged rapist was granted bail. Stigma and financial barriers threaten her case, highlighting systemic failures for survivors.
Ex-CJN Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad Passes Away
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, has died in a Saudi Arabian hospital. NAMLAS mourns a towering figure of integrity and justice. Read more.
Ex-Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad Passes Away
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, has died in a Saudi Arabian hospital at age 71. Get the full details on his life and legacy.
Ex-CJN Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad Dies in Saudi Arabia
Nigeria mourns former Chief Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, who passed away in Saudi Arabia at 71. NAMLAS confirms the loss of a judicial icon. Read more.
Trey Songz in Court Over Nightclub Assault Allegations
R&B star Trey Songz appears in Manhattan court, charged with assault and criminal mischief after incidents at a Times Square nightclub and restaurant. Details inside.
Police intercept stolen vehicles, dismantle hideouts in Cross River
Cross River Police Command intercepts stolen vehicles, dismantles criminal hideouts, and boosts surveillance in riverine areas. CP Rashid Bello and NUJ pledge collaboration to maintain state's peace.
Mob Kills Suspected Rapist, Mutilates Body in Ondo
An angry mob in Ondo State beat a man to death, hacked off his genitals, and dragged his body through the streets over an alleged rape of a disabled woman. Shocking details inside.
Scholar: Islam Emphasizes Peaceful Coexistence in Society
Ustadh AbdulHakeem AbdulRasheed Adebayo clarifies core Islamic principles of peace, justice, and security, urging Muslims to be peacemakers. Discover the Quranic teachings on harmony.
Supreme Court Justice: Forensic Practice is Pillar of Justice
Justice Abraham Moore Adumein highlights forensic science as central to justice. CIFCFIN marks anniversary, trains 5,000 professionals, and calls for FOI Act review to fight digital crime.
Divine Laws and Human Responsibility: A Warning
Exploring the immutable spiritual laws governing Creation and the severe consequences of transgression, as revealed in accounts from the beyond. A must-read for every seeker of truth.
82 Nigerian Women on Death Row, Group Seeks Halt
ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.
Two nabbed with narcotics in Ibadan security raid
A joint security operation in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge led to two arrests for narcotics and the dismantling of criminal hideouts. The action followed resident petitions over rising crime. Read the full details.
Mob Sets Two Suspected Robbers Ablaze in Gboko
Two suspected robbers were set on fire by an angry mob in Gboko, Benue State. The incident occurred near a school complex. Police are investigating. Read full details.
Man nabbed in Benue over alleged same-sex relationship
A man was apprehended by youths in Gboko, Benue State, accused of a same-sex relationship. The incident, captured on video, has sparked debate on mob justice and LGBTQ+ issues in Nigeria.
Boy, 13, executes killer in Taliban public spectacle
A 13-year-old boy carried out a public execution in Afghanistan, shooting a man convicted of murdering his family. The event, witnessed by 80,000, marks a return to harsh Taliban justice. Read the full report.
NIS CG's Arraignment for Perversion of Justice Adjourned
The National Industrial Court adjourns the arraignment of NIS Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap to March 2026 for police investigation. Read the full details of the case alleging obstruction of justice.
Tinubu Urges ICC to Uphold Sovereignty of Nations
President Tinubu calls on the ICC to respect national sovereignty. Nigeria reaffirms commitment to global justice, detailing domestic efforts on war crimes and humanitarian law.
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.
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