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October 27 ruling scheduled for contested documents in N152 million property trial
Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos will decide on October 27, 2026, whether to admit disputed evidence in a N152 million real estate fraud case against Oak Homes Limited and its CEO, Olukayode Olusanya.
Jalingo Federal High Court schedules Lau versus APC chairman case for October 7
The Jalingo Federal High Court has delayed the lawsuit between Alhaji Abdulhadi Lau and APC Chairman Alhaji Abubakar Bawa until October 7, 2026, following a request from the plaintiff for more time to prepare responses.
Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor Commends NBA President-Elect Badejo-Okunsanya, Emphasizes Future Leadership Challenges
Legal practitioner Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor congratulates NBA President-elect Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya, urging unity and a focus on essential professional reforms.
Judge Blocks Sowore From Using Uncertified Documents in Defamation Trial Against Tinubu
Justice Mohammed Garuba Umar of the Abuja Federal High Court has rejected Omoyele Sowore’s attempt to introduce uncertified documents in his defamation trial against President Bola Tinubu.
Abuja Court Reschedules Trial for Five Men Accused of Hiding Timipre Sylva
The trial of five men accused of concealing the whereabouts of former Governor Timipre Sylva has been adjourned by the Federal High Court in Abuja until October 5.
Gombe Court Orders Detention of Two ADC Members After Airport Incident
A Gombe court has remanded two ADC supporters in custody following their alleged involvement in a violent security breach at Gombe International Airport during the arrival of candidate Dr. Bala Bello Tinka.
Edo State Prosecution Rests After Presenting Seven Witnesses in Kidnapping Trial
The Edo State Government has completed its witness testimony in the trial of four suspects charged with kidnapping, robbery, and cultism, with defense proceedings set for July 2026.
Abuja Court Directs EFCC to Apprehend Estate Agent Rebecca Omokamo
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered the EFCC to arrest and produce Abuja estate agent Rebecca Omokamo in court after she failed to attend her fraud and money laundering trial, citing a dispute over her alleged self-imposed house arrest.
Nigerian father takes legal action against 27-year-old daughter over marriage status
A Kaduna father has petitioned a Shari’a court to mandate his 27-year-old daughter to marry, citing his frustration over her prolonged single status.
Nnamdi Kanu’s Counsel Plans Lawsuit Over Guest’s Call for His Execution
Attorneys for Nnamdi Kanu are preparing legal action against a News Central Television guest for advocating for the extrajudicial killing of the IPOB leader.