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Accord Party celebrates Court of Appeal ruling against deregistration
The Accord Party successfully appealed a Federal High Court order that sought to deregister the party, calling the appellate court's intervention a win for Nigeria's democracy.
Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi urges Justice Peter Lifu to step down following Appellate Court criticism
Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi has called for the resignation of Justice Peter Lifu after the Court of Appeal labeled the judge's actions as judicial impertinence and rascality.
David Mark Praises Court of Appeal Ruling Saving ADC from Deregistration
ADC National Chairman David Mark hails an appellate court ruling that blocked his party's deregistration as a major victory for Nigerian democracy and the rule of law.
Court of Appeal Clears ADC, Accuses Trial Judge of Fabricating Evidence
The Court of Appeal has overturned the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress, accusing the presiding trial judge of fabricating evidence to rule against the party.
APP Celebrates Court Ruling Securing Opposition Participation for 2027
The Action Peoples Party has welcomed an appellate court ruling that protects opposition participation in the 2027 elections, calling it a victory for Nigeria's democratic system.
Appellate Court Overturns Order to Deregister ADC and Four Other Parties
The Abuja Court of Appeal has vacated a lower court judgment that sought to deregister the ADC and four other political parties, citing a lack of jurisdiction and procedural misconduct by the trial judge.
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.
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.
Abuja Court of Appeal Upholds INEC Authority Regarding 2027 Election Guidelines
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a lower court ruling, confirming that INEC retains full legal authority to issue guidelines and set timetables for the 2027 general elections.