CSOs Hail Acquittal of Emmanuel Acha in Landmark Case
Civil society groups celebrate the court's discharge of Emmanuel Acha, detained over 200 days on firearms charges. A victory for civic space and justice in Nigeria. Read the full story.
Category : Judiciary
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.
Okonkwo Faults Supreme Court Verdict on Rivers Emergency
ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo warns the Supreme Court's verdict on Rivers emergency rule sets a dangerous precedent for democracy, allowing presidential overreach. Read his full analysis.
ADC Slams Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential Emergency Powers
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) condemns the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential emergency powers as 'constitutional tyranny' that endangers federalism and democracy in Nigeria. Read their full warning.
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-CJN Tanko Muhammad Dies at 72, Bauchi Gov Mourns
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed expresses deep sadness over the death of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, at 72. Read his tribute.
NBA to Tinubu: Call Egbetokun to Order on Tinted Glass
The Nigerian Bar Association urges President Tinubu to halt the police's planned tinted glass permit enforcement from January 2, 2026, citing an ongoing court case and potential rights violations. Read the full details.
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.
NBA to Sue IGP Over Tinted Glass Permit Resumption
The Nigerian Bar Association threatens committal proceedings against IGP Egbetokun over the police's plan to resume tinted glass permit enforcement, calling it a subversion of the rule of law.
S'Court Verdict on Emergency Rule Unsettles Polity
The Supreme Court's affirmation of President Tinubu's emergency powers in Rivers State has ignited a fierce debate on federalism, separation of powers, and the potential for political misuse ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full analysis.
PDP Slams Supreme Court on Rivers Emergency Ruling
The Peoples Democratic Party warns that the Supreme Court's stance on Tinubu's Rivers State emergency declaration threatens Nigeria's democracy. Read the full details and public reactions.
PDP Warns of Democratic Backslide from Supreme Court Ruling
The PDP warns that interpretations of the Supreme Court's Rivers emergency ruling risk Nigeria's democracy. The party calls for constitutional safeguards to protect federalism.
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.
Judge Orders Release of Epstein Grand Jury Files
A federal judge in Florida has ordered the public release of grand jury records from the 2005 and 2007 Jeffrey Epstein investigations. This follows a new law requiring transparency.
Lawyer Plans Court Challenge to Harrison Gwamnishu's Remand
Barrister Favour Ajuebor condemns the 14-day remand of activist Harrison Gwamnishu, vows legal action by Monday, and raises six key questions about the arrest's motive.
Supreme Court Strikes Out Osun's Suit on LG Funds
Nigeria's Supreme Court dismisses Osun State's suit over withheld LG allocations, ruling the AG lacked standing. The court condemned the FG's action as unconstitutional. Read the full details.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun Suit on LG Funds
The Supreme Court has struck out Osun State's suit to compel FG to release LG funds, citing lack of locus standi. Read the full details and implications of the judgment.
Turaki-led PDP asks judge to recuse from leadership suit
The Kabiru Turaki-led PDP faction has filed a motion requesting Justice Joyce Abdulmalik to step down from a suit filed by the Nyesom Wike camp, citing apprehension of bias. The case concerns control of the party's national secretariat.
Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun's LG Funds Suit
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
240 Lawyers Sworn In as Notaries Public in Abuja
Chief Judge of the FCT, Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf, has sworn in 240 new Notaries Public, including Barrister Somaniya Chigbue. Read about the ceremony and its significance for Nigeria's legal system.
Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.
Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.
Appeal Court Upholds Ban on VIO Stopping Motorists
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a landmark ruling, stripping Vehicle Inspection Officers of powers to stop, fine, or confiscate vehicles from motorists. This victory for road users' rights reinforces that only courts can impose sanctions.
Court Upholds Ban on VIO Vehicle Impoundment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
Kanu Files Motion to Leave Sokoto Prison for Appeal
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu asks Federal High Court to transfer him from Sokoto prison, arguing distance hampers his right to appeal life sentence. Hearing adjourned to December 8.
Court Bars VIO from Stopping, Impounding Vehicles
Appeal Court affirms ban on VIO's power to stop, impound vehicles & fine motorists in Abuja. Landmark ruling reinforces rights, awards N1m cost. Details inside.
NICON Town Land Crisis Deepens as Residents Seek Full Trial
The land battle inside NICON Town Estate in Lekki intensifies as residents ask the Lagos High Court to discard an originating summons for a full trial. The case, filled with fraud allegations, is adjourned to February 2026.
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