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ADC warns that judicial control of party management threatens Nigeria’s democratic future
Mabel Oboh of the ADC warns that excessive judicial interference in party administration threatens democratic autonomy, following a recent Court of Appeal decision.
July 16, 2026
Jigawa Federal Court Upholds APC Primary Results for Hadejia/Auyo/Kafin Hausa Constituency
A Federal High Court in Dutse has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the APC primary in Jigawa, confirming Aliyu Hussaini Usaini Jabo as the candidate for the Hadejia/Auyo/Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency.
July 16, 2026
Isaac Fayose Declares Nigerian Democracy Defunct, Cites Judiciary as Power Broker
Isaac Fayose claims that the Nigerian judiciary, rather than INEC, effectively selects the country's leaders, marking the end of genuine democracy.
July 16, 2026
Kano court sentences man to seven years for selling cannabis online
A Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced 28-year-old Ashiru Idris to seven years in prison for using social media to advertise cannabis.
July 15, 2026
Tinubu Vows Judicial Budget Remains Secure Despite Housing Initiatives
President Bola Tinubu has assured that housing projects for judges will not compromise judicial budgets or influence, arguing that comfortable living conditions are essential for maintaining an independent judiciary.
July 15, 2026
FCT High Court Rules APC United Kingdom Chapter Unlawful
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has ruled the APC UK chapter illegal, declaring that Nigerian political parties have no constitutional authority to form branches or hold congresses outside the country.
July 15, 2026
Wike Announces Owner-Occupier Plan for New FCT Judges’ Residences
Minister Nyesom Wike stated that new housing for FCT judges will be distributed on an owner-occupier basis, pending approval from President Tinubu and the Attorney General.
July 15, 2026
August 11 set for ruling on court authority and medical transfer in Angwan Rukuba murder trial
A Jos High Court will rule on August 11 regarding its jurisdiction over the Angwan Rukuba murder case and a medical transfer request for one of the defendants.
July 15, 2026
Former CCT Chairman Danladi Umar Granted N100m Bail, Trial Set for October 29
Former Code of Conduct Tribunal Chairman Danladi Umar has been granted N100 million bail by an FCT High Court, with his corruption trial scheduled to begin on October 29.
July 15, 2026
Imo State Assembly challenges NJC over repeated acting Chief Judge extensions
The Imo State House of Assembly is demanding that the NJC stop extending the acting Chief Judge's tenure, citing constitutional violations and a need for a substantive appointment.
July 15, 2026