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Oyetola Credits Tinubu Administration with Maritime Sector Transformation
Minister Adegboyega Oyetola highlights the Tinubu administration's maritime reforms, calling for a well-prepared judiciary to support ongoing sector growth and investor confidence.
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 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.
DSS Challenges Life Sentences Given to Ansaru Terrorist Leaders
The DSS intends to appeal the life sentences given to two Ansaru terror leaders, arguing the punishment is insufficient for their involvement in deadly kidnapping schemes.
Two Ansaru Leaders Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Following Guilty Plea
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced two Ansaru terrorist commanders to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to a string of terrorism charges brought by the DSS.
Federal Court Dismisses Ned Nwoko’s Legal Challenge Against Ifeanyi Okowa
A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out Senator Ned Nwoko's suit against Ifeanyi Okowa, ruling that pre-election challenges must be filed personally by the aggrieved aspirant and cannot be delegated to an attorney.
Kano Judicial Employee Challenges Mandatory Retirement, Demands N100 Million
Muzambilu Ado, a Kano judiciary staff member, is suing the State Judicial Service Commission for N100 million after his forced retirement over alleged academic credential fraud, a charge he firmly denies.
Akinyede Hails Badejo-Okunsanya’s NBA Win as a Landmark Moment for Judiciary
Former Senator Sola Akinyede describes Oyinlasola Badejo-Okunsanya’s election as NBA president as a historic shift, noting that female leaders now helm both the Bench and the Bar for the first time.
Justice Kekere-Ekun Advocates for ADR to Bolster African Business Stability
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has called on African judicial leaders to adopt Alternative Dispute Resolution to ensure commercial stability and support the success of the AfCFTA.
Rivers monarch calls for compliance after court settles century-long land feud
A Rivers State High Court has dismissed a century-old land dispute between Usokun and Obuama communities, with King Asari Dokubo urging all parties to accept the final ruling.