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ALDRAP calls for the reversal of Mike Ozekhome’s SAN rank suspension
ALDRAP demands the LPPC overturn the suspension of Professor Mike Ozekhome’s SAN status, citing violations of the sub-judice rule and concerns over the committee's disregard for ongoing judicial proceedings.
UK High Court Rejects Tate Brothers’ Demand for Accusers’ Names
A High Court judge has denied the Tate brothers' request to learn the identities of their UK accusers, siding with the CPS on the need to protect witness anonymity until formal trials begin.
Ojukwu Transport Limited reports missing case files in property dispute
Ojukwu Transport Limited has formally challenged the recurring absence of case files in its ongoing property litigation, while moving to stall the enforcement of a prior judgment during its active appeal.
Abuja Court Sets July 2 Date for Emeka Ike’s N10bn Privacy Lawsuit Against FCT Aide
A Federal High Court has adjourned the N10 billion privacy lawsuit filed by Emeka Ike against a FCT aide and INEC until July 2, following allegations of unauthorized voter data disclosure.
EFCC witness confirms no personal financial gains for Kuru and Ilegbodu in Arik Air case
An EFCC witness has testified that investigations into the Arik Air aircraft teardown found no evidence that Ahmed Kuru and Roy Ilegbodu personally profited from the transaction.
Manhattan prosecutors withdraw remaining rape charge against Harvey Weinstein
New York prosecutors have opted not to retry Harvey Weinstein on a rape charge after his accuser indicated she no longer wishes to proceed with another trial.
Abuja Court Reschedules N10 Billion Privacy Lawsuit Filed by Emeka Ike Against Wike Aide
A Federal High Court has moved the hearing for actor Emeka Ike’s N10 billion privacy lawsuit against Lere Olayinka, an aide to Minister Nyesom Wike, to July 2.
Thirty-five Contenders Cleared for 2026 NBA Elections Amid Legal Disputes
The Nigerian Bar Association has officially cleared 35 candidates for its July 20 national elections, including three Senior Advocates of Nigeria competing for the presidency, despite ongoing legal hurdles and internal disagreements over zoning agreements.
Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee Strips Mike Ozekhome of SAN Status
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee has suspended Professor Mike Ozekhome’s Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank pending the outcome of active disciplinary proceedings.
Kaduna Federal Court Defers Decision on El-Rufai and Lawal Bail Request to July 1
A Kaduna Federal High Court has rescheduled the bail hearing for former governor Nasir El-Rufai and Jimi Lawal to July 1, 2026, amid ongoing corruption charges brought by the ICPC.