Woman Jailed for Breaking Marriage Promise After Education Sponsorship
A Ugandan court has sentenced Fortunate Kyarikunda to six months in prison for failing to marry Richard Tumwine, who sponsored her law education after their engagement agreement.
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Lawyer Questions Marriage After Sharing Divorce Cases List
A Nigerian lawyer has sparked debate by questioning the institution of marriage after sharing a long list of divorce cases handled in just one court over a single week.
Court Stops Ondo Governor from 2028 Re-election Over Term Limits
A Federal High Court in Akure has ruled that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa cannot contest the 2028 governorship election, citing constitutional eight-year term limits. The governor expressed surprise at the ruling.
Group Applauds LPDC Ruling Clearing Deputy Speaker Kalu
The Parliamentary Advocacy Network praised the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee's decision to dismiss a misconduct petition against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, calling it a defence of due process and professional standards.
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Police Ask Court to Dismiss El-Rufai's N1bn Rights Suit
The Inspector General of Police has requested the Federal High Court to dismiss former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai's N1 billion rights enforcement suit, defending the search of his residence as lawful.
Senegal Doubles Penalty for Same-Sex Relations to 10 Years
Senegal's National Assembly passed a bill doubling the maximum prison term for same-sex acts to 10 years and criminalizing promotion of homosexuality. The law awaits President Faye's signature.
Trump Demands Release of AG's Communications with Cohen
Donald Trump's legal team has formally requested that New York Attorney General Letitia James release all communications with Michael Cohen, following Cohen's allegations that he was pressured to testify against the former president.
Travis Scott: Rap Lyrics in Death Sentence Unconstitutional
Rapper Travis Scott argues using rap lyrics as evidence for a Texas death row inmate's sentence violates constitutional protections, with support from other hip-hop artists.
Deputy Speaker Kalu Exonerated in NYSC-Law School Petition
The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee has dismissed a petition against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, finding no prima facie case regarding alleged overlap of NYSC service and Law School attendance.
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Brother's Greed Backfires, Father's Trust Transfers House
After being kicked out of their inherited home, a man discovers his late father anticipated the betrayal through a secret trust, leading to a court battle that reverses ownership.
Sowore Demands Release of Arewa Influencer Waspapping
Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore demands immediate release of Arewa X influencer Sarki, known as Waspapping, reportedly arrested by DSS over comments on Israel-Iran conflict.
Court Extends El-Rufai Detention by 14 Days in Corruption Case
A Chief Magistrate Court in Bwari has granted ICPC an additional 14 days to detain former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai as investigations into money laundering and abuse of office allegations continue. The defense challenges the order, with a ruling set
US Bishop Resigns Over $270K Embezzlement Charges
Bishop Emanuel Shaleta resigns after being accused of embezzling $270,000 from a California parish. The case involves missing rental payments and raises questions about church leadership.
EFCC Lawyer Lectures Judge in Court, Causing Tension
Tension erupted in a Nigerian court when an EFCC prosecutor appeared to instruct the presiding judge on Supreme Court judgment practices during Yahaya Bello's trial, leading to an adjournment.
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Court Adjourns Terrorism Trial of Ex-AGF Malami, Son
The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the terrorism financing trial of former Attorney General Abubakar Malami and his son to April 15. The DSS arraigned them on charges including illegal firearms possession.
State Police Debate: Decentralization Risks in Nigeria
Governance expert Kalu Okoronkwo examines Nigeria's push for state police, questioning whether decentralization would solve security challenges or merely spread existing dysfunction across 36 states.
ADC, Lawyers Give ICPC 2 Options Over El-Rufai's Detention
The African Democratic Congress and legal experts criticize ICPC for holding former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai without charges, demanding immediate release or court arraignment.
Pastor Says Prayer Reversed Court Ruling for Wike
Salvation Ministries' David Ibiyeomie claims divine intervention reversed a Supreme Court judgment against Nyesom Wike and helped secure his second term as Rivers governor through prayer and a covenant of millions.
Court Bars INEC from PDP Convention Validation
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the PDP's appeal, affirming a lower court's judgment that restrains INEC from recognizing the party's planned national convention in Ibadan.
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Court Blocks INEC from Validating PDP Convention
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a judgment that prohibits the Independent National Electoral Commission from validating the national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party.
COPAC Demands El-Rufai's Release or Formal Charges
The Coalition Political Action Committee warns the Federal Government that detaining former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai beyond the 14-day remand period violates constitutional rights and international human rights laws.
ICE Detainee Dies from Untreated Tooth Infection
Emmanuel Damas, a 56-year-old Haitian father-of-two, died in ICE custody after being denied dental care for a tooth infection that spread throughout his body, his family reports.
Ex-AGF Malami, Family Get N600m Bail in N9bn Laundering Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, his son, and wife facing N9 billion money laundering charges. Each must provide N200 million with two sureties and surrender passports.
Abba Kyari Still in Custody, NCoS Confirms
The Nigeria Correctional Service FCT Command confirms suspended DCP Abba Kyari remains detained, clarifying his discharge applied only to an assets case while his drug-related trial continues.
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Court Grants Bail to Ex-AGF Malami, Wife, and Son
The Federal High Court in Abuja has approved bail for former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, his wife Asabe Bashir, and son Abdulaziz Malami, setting conditions at ₦200 million each with two sureties.
Ondo AG Presents UK Evidence for Eba Island Ownership
Ondo State Attorney General Olukayode Ajulo has presented historical, legal, and geographical evidence from UK archives to counter Ogun State's claims over Eba Island, asserting Ondo's ownership based on colonial records and continuous administration.
Cross River Lawmaker Suspended for Alleged Wife Assault
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended Hon. Dickson Agbor for allegedly assaulting his wife. An ad hoc committee will investigate the incident, which has drawn criticism from the Governor.
US to Release 50,000 More Epstein Files with Trump Claims
The US Department of Justice is preparing to release nearly 50,000 additional Jeffrey Epstein documents this week, which may contain unverified allegations against President Trump, following earlier redactions.
Abba Kyari Acquitted in NDLEA Asset Declaration Case
A federal court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari and his brothers of 23-count charges related to non-declaration of assets filed by the NDLEA.
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Cleric Suspended After Criticizing Tinubu in Sermon
Sheikh Alkali Abubakar Salihu Zaria has been suspended by JIBWIS for criticizing President Bola Tinubu during a Ramadan sermon in Yobe State. He urged followers to accept Allah's decision.
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