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Federal Court Rejects Attempt to Withdraw Challenge Against Ondo Reps Candidate
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by APC aspirant Matthew Oyerinmade against Festus Ayodele Adefiranye after the defense successfully argued against a voluntary withdrawal.
Abia South APC Senatorial Hopeful Takes Legal Action Against Party and INEC
Abia State lawmaker Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr has sued the APC and INEC in Abuja over the alleged illegal substitution of his name as the party's candidate for the 2027 Abia South senatorial election.
APC appeals Owo/Ose primary ruling, keeps Adelegbe as candidate for now
The APC has filed an appeal and a motion for a stay of execution following a court ruling naming Abdulghani Rotimi Arobo as the Owo/Ose candidate, resulting in INEC keeping Hon. Timehin Adelegbe on the ballot for now.
Federal High Court Moves Lagos Division to New Bourdillon Road Facility
The Federal High Court in Lagos has begun moving its Lagos Judicial Division to a new, modern complex on Bourdillon Road in Ikoyi to improve judicial services.
DSS requests closure of Sowore’s defence over trial delays
The DSS has urged a Federal High Court to conclude the defence phase of Omoyele Sowore's trial, citing persistent delays as the reason for the request.
Federal Court invalidates House of Representatives’ N72.6bn compensation order against Seplat
A Federal High Court has overturned a legislative order requiring Seplat Energy to pay N72.6 billion, ruling that the House of Representatives exceeded its constitutional authority by attempting to exercise judicial powers.
Justice Minister Leads Prosecution in Sowore Defamation Case
Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi has stepped in to lead the prosecution against Omoyele Sowore in a high-profile criminal defamation trial in Abuja.
Abuja High Court to Hear Lawsuit Requesting State Protection for Peter Obi
A Federal High Court in Abuja will hear a lawsuit aiming to force the government to protect Peter Obi following security concerns linked to statements made by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo.
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.