Category : Judiciary


Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition over alleged cybercrime charges. The case has been adjourned to January 2026. Read the full details.

Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted activist Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition in an alleged cybercrime case. The judge warned him against inciting statements. Read the full details.

Medical Panel Appeals FCT Court Ruling on Doctor

The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel challenges an FCT High Court judgment that overturned the interim suspension of Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji. The appeal seeks to clarify regulatory powers in Nigeria's medical sector.

Supreme Court Hears Major Online Music Piracy Case

The US Supreme Court heard arguments on whether internet service providers can be held liable for users' music piracy. A $1 billion verdict against Cox Communications is at stake. Read the full details.

El-Rufai Condemns Unequal Sentencing in Nigeria

Kaduna lawmaker Bello El-Rufai criticises the life sentence for IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu versus 20 years for a Boko Haram convict. He warns inconsistent justice worsens insecurity and calls for state police.

Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Appeal

Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's rights violation case against DSS. The court ruled the appeal became academic after his terrorism conviction and life imprisonment sentence.

PDP Petitions Chief Judge Over Case Assignments

The Peoples Democratic Party raises concerns over repeated assignment of its cases to three Federal High Court judges in Abuja, citing potential partiality and internal party disputes.

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