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Abuja Federal High Court Rejects David Mark’s Challenge to ADC Leadership Lawsuit Amendments
Justice Peter Odo Lifu has allowed Nafiu Bala Gombe to amend his lawsuit against ADC leadership, dismissing objections from David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola while imposing a N500,000 fine on the defendants.
Lagos High Court Postpones N460.75 Million Fraud Trial for Austin Albert to October 5
A Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the fraud trial of Austin Albert to October 5, 2026, due to the defendant's ongoing medical recovery in Dubai.
Judicial Scrutiny Over EFCC Tactics in the Land Dispute Involving Colleen Yesufu
A judge has publicly challenged the EFCC's aggressive detention strategy against Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac, citing major evidentiary gaps in Colleen Yesufu's land ownership claims.
Abuja Court Rejects Request to Adjust N2 Billion Bail for Miyetti Allah President
A Federal High Court judge has denied an application from Miyetti Allah president Bello Bodejo to reduce his N2 billion bail requirements, citing time constraints before the court's annual break.
Appellate Court Denies Bail for Imprisoned Former FCTA Official in N319m Fraud Case
An appeals court has denied bail to former FCTA director Garba Mohammed Dukku, who is serving a 24-year prison sentence for a N319 million corruption conviction.
NBA Election Results Spark Dispute as President-Elect Vows Systemic Overhaul
Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, faces legal challenges and opposition after winning the 2026 NBA presidential election, prompting her to commit to significant electoral reforms.
Lagos Appellate Court Confirms Seizure of N293.9 Million and Assets from Retired General Atewe
An appellate court in Lagos has affirmed the permanent forfeiture of N293.97 million and various properties linked to retired Major General Emmanuel Jebe Atewe, rejecting his appeal against an earlier Federal High Court decision.
Appellate Court Upholds Forfeiture of General Atewe’s Assets to Nigerian Government
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has dismissed an appeal by retired Major General Emmanuel Atewe, confirming the final forfeiture of his assets to the Federal Government.
Federal Court Blocks EFCC Inquiry into Oyo State Accounts
A Federal High Court in Ibadan has halted an EFCC investigation into Oyo State finances, ruling that the commission's broad and unsubstantiated requests were speculative.
Kwara Court Convicts Two Individuals and a Firm for Unlawful Mining
A Federal High Court in Ilorin has sentenced two individuals and a company to prison or fines for conducting illegal mining operations and processing minerals without necessary permits.