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National Industrial Court Overturns Eight-Year Retirement Rule for Education Directors
The National Industrial Court has ruled that education directors in the Federal Civil Service are exempt from the eight-year retirement policy, upholding their right to serve until age 65 or 40 years of service under the 2022 Teachers' Retirement Act.
Nasarawa State Judiciary Sets July 20 for Annual Break, Names Vacation Judges
The Nasarawa State judiciary has announced its 2026 annual vacation from July 20 to September 7, with Justice Hafsat Sanda and Justice Ishaku Usman appointed to preside over urgent cases.
Sokoto ADC Leadership Dispute Hearing Rescheduled for July 22
A Federal High Court in Sokoto has rescheduled the ADC leadership hearing to July 22, 2026, while imposing a N500,000 fine on the first defendant's counsel for delays.
Justice Kekere-Ekun Stresses Essential Role of Lawyers in Judicial Reforms
Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, emphasizes that the cooperation of lawyers is vital for the success of ongoing judicial reforms and electronic filing initiatives.
Jos High Court Postpones Review of Hausa Indigeneship Ruling
A Plateau State High Court has scheduled an October 29 hearing to address a preliminary objection regarding legal representation in an appeal concerning Hausa indigeneship rights in Jos North.
Kano High Court Issues Contempt Warning to Police Official Over Property Dispute
Justice Aisha Mahmoud of the Kano State High Court has warned ACP Babagana Bukar that he faces imprisonment for contempt of court due to his alleged refusal to comply with a property status quo injunction.
Abuja High Court grants terror suspect deadline to finalize plea decision
Justice Emeka Nwite has granted terror suspect Abubakar Abba until July 20 to decide on a potential plea change following his trial alongside Mahmud Usman on 32-count terrorism charges.
Kano High Court bars Senator Hanga’s son from posting defamatory content online
A Kano State High Court has ordered Muhammad Samir Rufa’i Sani Hanga to cease posting allegedly defamatory statements about Isa Ado Maidoya on social media pending further legal review.
Prophet ordered to pay N200 million for demolishing Tompolo’s shrine
A Federal High Court in Warri has fined Prophet Tamarauebi Elisha Owan N200 million for the illegal destruction of Tompolo’s traditional Egbesu shrine.
Kwara High Court Denies Saraki’s Request to Halt Defamation Case
A Kwara High Court judge has ordered former Senate President Bukola Saraki to stand trial for alleged defamation against Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.