Girl Jailed for Brother's Crime in Nigeria, Lawyer Reveals
A Nigerian lawyer has exposed a shocking case where a young woman spent four to five months in prison for an offence committed by her brother, highlighting systemic justice failures.
Category : Judiciary
Court Fixes April 29 for APC Taraba Congress Dispute Hearing
The Federal High Court in Jalingo has scheduled April 29, 2026, to hear a suit by chairmanship aspirant Alhaji Abdulhadi Haruna Hadi Lau challenging the APC Taraba state congress outcome over alleged exclusion and lack of transparency.
ICPC Criticized for Releasing El-Rufai After Mother's Death
The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission faces severe criticism from legal experts for releasing former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai from custody following his mother's death, bypassing court orders and raising rule of law concerns.
El-Rufai Released by ICPC for Mother's Funeral
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been temporarily released from ICPC custody to attend his mother's funeral, as announced by his son on social media, while legal proceedings continue.
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El-Rufai Released from ICPC Custody Following Mother's Demise
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been granted temporary bail by the ICPC to attend his mother's funeral in Egypt, after over a month in custody on corruption charges.
Cleric Ezekiel Dachomo Admits to Criminal Past in Viral Video
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, a Nigerian cleric, has publicly acknowledged his past as a notorious criminal, including involvement in a 1980 bank robbery, in a video that has sparked widespread reactions online.
Abia Courts Shut Over Unpaid Leave Allowances Since 2018
Judiciary workers in Abia State have paralyzed courts with an indefinite strike, demanding payment of leave allowances owed since 2018 and salary harmonization.
Ondo to Set Up Mobile Courts for Traffic Violators
Ondo State's Attorney General announces plans for mobile courts to handle traffic offenses, aiming to promote order on new roads and support Governor Aiyedatiwa's infrastructure drive.
Epstein Survivors Sue U.S. Government and Google
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government and Google after their identities were mistakenly revealed in unredacted documents published online by the Justice Department, leading to ongoing privacy violations and emotiona
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Maduro: Sanctions Block Fair Defense in US Drug Case
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro asks a US court to dismiss drug trafficking charges, arguing sanctions prevent him from mounting a proper legal defense and violate his right to a fair trial.
Court Dismisses N54bn Oil Spill Suit Against Mobil
The Federal High Court in Uyo has dismissed a N54 billion representative suit against Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited over a 2014 oil spill, ruling the claim is statute-barred due to the distinction between continuing injury and continuing effect.
HURIWA Alleges Plot to Blackmail Prosecution in Kyari Trial
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) warns of a coordinated campaign to discredit the prosecution in suspended DCP Abba Kyari's drug trafficking case, citing fabricated reports and witness coercion.
Supreme Court Upholds AMCON Act Ouster Clause in 11 Plc Case
The Supreme Court's ruling in 11 Plc v. Milan Industries Limited clarifies the jurisdiction of courts over AMCON asset sales and stamp duty limits under CAMA, setting key legal precedents.
Stakeholders Decry Weak VAPP Law Implementation in Nigeria
Stakeholders at a workshop in Abuja warn that inconsistent enforcement of the VAPP Act undermines efforts to combat gender-based violence, calling for improved legal application and institutional response.
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US Investigates Trans Prisoner Rape Claims in California
The Trump administration launches a federal investigation into allegations of rape and harassment by transgender inmates in women's prisons in California and Maine, focusing on constitutional rights violations.
Court Acquits Stella Oduah, Convicts Firms in Amended Case
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has discharged and acquitted former Aviation Minister Stella Oduah, while convicting two firms, Sobora International Limited and Global Offshore and Marine Limited, in an amended charge.
Shettima Reaffirms Nigeria's Human Rights, Humanitarian Law Commitment
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to human rights and International Humanitarian Law, outlining government strategies to integrate these principles into security operations and legal frameworks.
Court to Rule on N9bn Debt Dispute Over Bank Account Freeze
A Federal High Court in Lagos has reserved ruling on Petrocam Trading Nigeria Ltd.'s application to vacate an interim order freezing its accounts over an alleged N9.05 billion debt claimed by Zenith Bank. The firm denies the debt, citing a letter of non-i
Court Orders Arrest of Factional PDP Chairman Turaki
An FCT High Court has ordered the arrest of Kabiru Turaki, a factional PDP chairman, for failing to appear in a police-filed criminal case involving alleged false information from 2022.
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NBA Warns Judges Against Misusing Contempt to Bully Lawyers
The Nigerian Bar Association criticizes judges for using contempt powers to intimidate lawyers, citing recent cases of detention and degrading treatment in courtrooms.
Niger Governor Bago Condemned Over Journalist Arrests
Democratic advocacy groups criticize Niger State Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago for alleged intimidation and arrests of journalists, warning it undermines press freedom and democratic institutions.
NBA and Sowore Clash Over Courtroom Etiquette Breach
The Nigerian Bar Association criticizes Omoyele Sowore for alleged media briefing in a courtroom, calling it a breach of decorum. Sowore denies the claim, stating he was there for legal procedures and interacted with court journalists.
Stakeholders Demand Review of ACJL Over Underuse
Legal and civil society advocates call for urgent action to enforce and popularise the Administration of Criminal Justice Law, citing low awareness and weak implementation after a decade.
Ogun Takes Over NYSC Official Prosecution, Counters Claims
Ogun State Government has assumed prosecution of the case against NYSC official Abass Olalekan, charged in connection with corps member Victoria Ariyo's death, dismissing online claims about evidence strength.
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FCT Judge Rejects Recusal Bid, Adjourns Case
Justice K.N. Ogbunnaya of the FCT High Court has declined to recuse herself from an EFCC case, dismissing bias allegations and proceeding without defence counsel present.
Court Orders Relocation of Seized Vehicle from Cameroonian MP
A High Court in Calabar has granted an order to relocate a vehicle seized from a Cameroonian MP, with the case adjourned for judgment on March 31, 2026, amid claims of unlawful detention and rights violations.
Court Rejects ICPC Delay in El-Rufai's N1bn Rights Suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai's N1 billion fundamental rights lawsuit against ICPC to March 31. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik declined the anti-corruption agency's request for a delay and ordered service on a
EndSARS Victim Freed After Six Years in Prison
Wasiu Rasheed, arrested at 17 during the 2020 EndSARS protests, has been discharged and acquitted after over five years in Kirikiri prison. He shares his ordeal and hopes for rebuilding his life.
Sowore Denies NBA Claim of Court Press Conference
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has responded to the Nigerian Bar Association, refuting claims he staged a press conference in court. He detailed his visit to obtain court documents and interactions with journalists.
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NBA President Slams Sowore Over Courtroom Press Briefing
NBA President Afam Osigwe has strongly criticized activist Omoyele Sowore for holding a press briefing inside a Federal High Court in Abuja, calling it an affront to the rule of law and a violation of courtroom decorum.
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