Court Grants N100m Bail to El-Rufai, Orders Fast Trial
Federal High Court in Abuja grants N100 million bail to former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai with strict conditions, including monthly DSS reporting and accelerated trial.
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Court Grants El-Rufai N100m Bail in Phone Case
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja granted N100m bail to Nasir el-Rufai over alleged unauthorised access to a phone conversation involving NSA Nuhu Ribadu.
Court Orders El-Rufai to Report to DSS Monthly, N100m Bail
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to report to DSS monthly and granted him N100 million bail with strict conditions.
FMC Abeokuta Co-operative Clears President of Fraud Allegations
The FMC Abeokuta Co-operative has cleared its President, Dr. Olusanjo Olugbenga Rotimi, of all fraud allegations related to a 2021 contract with Whitehorse Capital Limited after investigation.
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Court Fines Plaintiff N1M for Stalling Suit Against Jonathan
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja rebuked plaintiff Johnmary Jideobi and his lawyer for lack of diligence in a suit against ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, imposing a N1 million fine.
Court fines plaintiff N1m in suit against Jonathan
Federal High Court in Abuja awarded N1 million fine against Johnmary Jideobi for stalling suit to stop Goodluck Jonathan from contesting 2027 presidential election.
Court Delays Case to Bar Jonathan from 2027 Race
A Federal High Court adjourned a lawsuit aiming to stop Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election after INEC failed to appear again.
NJC Names 12 Court of Appeal Nominees, Tightens Rules
The National Judicial Council has recommended 12 new justices for the Court of Appeal and introduced stricter rules for judicial appointments, including a 10-year service requirement for retired public servants.
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NJC Names 12 Appeal Court Justices, Queries 256 Officers
The National Judicial Council recommended 12 new Appeal Court justices to President Tinubu and issued queries to 256 judicial officers for performance issues at its 111th meeting.
NJC Queries 256 Judges, Suspends 2, Recommends 12 New Justices
The National Judicial Council has queried 256 judges for performance issues, suspended two, and recommended 12 new Court of Appeal justices to President Tinubu amid sweeping reforms.
NBC Appeals Court Order Blocking Sanctions on Broadcasters
The National Broadcasting Commission has appealed a Federal High Court ruling that stopped it from sanctioning broadcasters for expressing personal opinions or failing to maintain neutrality.
Lawyers' Feud Stalls Justice Crack's Bail Hearing
A disagreement among lawyers over who should lead the defence stalled Justice Crack's bail hearing at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court adjourned to May 18 for a fresh application.
Questions Over Supreme Court Local Government Autonomy Ruling
The Supreme Court's judgment on local government autonomy sparks debate over clarity, enforcement, and potential constitutional disputes across Nigeria.
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Court Dismisses Suit for ‘Blue Silk’ Rank for Lawyers
The Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit seeking to establish ‘Blue Silk’ as an alternative rank to SAN, ruling it lacks merit and violates legal profession regulations.
Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in Neconde-Nestoil Case
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in Neconde Energy's appeal against a Court of Appeal order restoring receiver control over its assets, amid a $2 billion debt dispute.
Delta CP Seeks Stronger Police-Judiciary Partnership
Delta State CP Aina Adesola calls for enhanced collaboration between police and judiciary to improve justice delivery, reduce trial delays, and boost public trust in the legal system.
UK Court Closes Diezani Trial as Jury Prepares Verdict
The UK trial of former Nigerian minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has closed, with the jury set to deliver a verdict later this week on bribery charges.
Court Starts Trial-Within-Trial on Coup Suspects' Statements
A Federal High Court in Abuja has commenced a trial-within-trial to determine if statements from six alleged coup plotters were voluntarily made or obtained through coercion.
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Court Starts Trial-Within-Trial in Coup Plot Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja commenced a trial-within-trial to determine if defendants' extra-judicial statements in an alleged coup plot case were voluntarily made.
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Court orders SAN to pay N2m for abuse of process
Federal High Court Lagos dismisses suit by FBN Quest Trustees as frivolous, orders Senior Advocate Norrison Quakers to pay N2m personally, plus N20m in costs.
Court Adjourns Agbowa Ikosi Stool Tussle to Oct 28
The Lagos Court of Appeal has adjourned the hearing of the Agbowa Ikosi stool dispute to October 28, 2026, after preliminary submissions from parties.
Court Plays Cleric's Confession Tape in Coup Plot Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja played a video recording of Sheikh Sani Abdulkadir's confession about warning alleged coup plotters. Relatives protested demanding open trial.
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Court Strikes Out APC Congress Suit, Orders N20m Cost
The Federal High Court in Abuja struck out a case challenging APC congress, ruling it as an internal party affair, and imposed N20m cost.
Supreme Court Voids N1.07bn Award to Ex-Kogi Deputy Governor
The Supreme Court set aside a N1.07 billion award to former Kogi deputy governor Simon Achuba, ruling the Court of Appeal exceeded its jurisdiction.
Oladejo Promises Quality Representation in Mushin Reps Race
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Nigeria Federal High Court Posting Schedule for 14 New Judges
Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho approved new postings for 14 newly appointed and 3 existing judges of the Federal High Court, effective May 13, 2026.
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Court Adjourns Suit to Disqualify Jonathan to May 11
The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned to May 11 a suit seeking to disqualify former President Goodluck Jonathan from the 2027 elections, after defence counsel requested time to respond.
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