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Abuja Court Schedules July 6 for Delta South APC Senate Ticket Dispute
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set July 6 as the date for a definitive hearing in the legal battle between Prince Micheal Diden and Senator Joel Onowakpo over the APC's Delta South senatorial ticket.
Abuja Federal High Court Warns of Dismissal in Bias Lawsuit Against Judges
Justice Salim Ibrahim has threatened to throw out a lawsuit filed by ADC chieftain Nkemakolam Ukandu against two Federal High Court judges, citing the plaintiff's repeated failure to appear or provide representation.
David Mark and Aregbesola oppose efforts by Nafiu Gombe to alter leadership lawsuit
ADC leaders David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola are contesting a move by party member Nafiu Bala Gombe to amend a lawsuit challenging their positions, citing procedural abuse and unfairness.
Nigeria’s Federal High Court Implements Updated Pre-Election Litigation Rules
The Federal High Court of Nigeria has introduced the 2026 Practice Directions to streamline and expedite the handling of pre-election legal disputes.
Abuja Court Reinstates Bail for Omoyele Sowore with N200 Million Bond
A Federal High Court in Abuja has reinstated bail for Omoyele Sowore, setting a N200 million bond and requiring two sureties following his remand in a cybercrime case.
Justice Tsoho Introduces New Practice Directions for Pre-Election Litigation
Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho has unveiled the 2026 Pre-Election Practice Directions to accelerate legal resolutions and improve efficiency in Nigerian election-related lawsuits.
Federal Court Mandates INEC to Provide Registration Access Code to ADA Leadership
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to issue an official registration access code to the Chief Akin Rickett-led faction of the All Democratic Alliance, declaring previous actions by the commission regarding the party's registration as illegal.
Senator Dickson and Rabiu Kwankwaso Discuss Democratic Stability Amid Legal Hurdles
Senator Henry Seriake Dickson and Rabiu Kwankwaso have met to solidify their support for multi-party democracy while navigating ongoing legal challenges involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress.
Abuja Federal High Court to Rule on N1bn Lawsuit Against NIPSS on June 29
Justice Binta Fatima Nyako will deliver a verdict on June 29 regarding a 1 billion naira lawsuit filed by PRNigeria founder Yushau Shuaib against NIPSS over his removal from a senior executive course.
INEC Awaits Official Court Documents Following Ruling on NDC Registration
INEC states it cannot address the recent Federal High Court ruling regarding the NDC's registration until it reviews the official court order, while the party prepares to appeal the judge's decision to reopen the case.