Category : Judiciary


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

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.

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.

El-Rufai Bail Hearing Adjourned, Remains in ICPC Custody

The Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail application of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, as he faces charges of conversion of public property and money laundering brought by the ICPC.

El-Rufai Bail Hearing Adjourned to March 31, 2026

A Federal High Court in Kaduna has postponed the bail hearing for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to March 31, 2026. The adjournment followed legal arguments from both prosecution and defense teams regarding constitutional rights and defense preparation.

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