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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Abuja Court Authorizes Former Taraba Governor Ishaku for Medical Travel
Justice Sylvanus Oriji has permitted former Taraba Governor Darius Ishaku to travel to the UAE for spinal surgery until October 5.
ADC cautions judiciary against undermining Nigerian democracy under Tinubu
ADC official Oladimeji Fabiyi has warned the judiciary not to be used by the Tinubu administration to weaken democracy in Nigeria following a recent court ruling against his party.
Nasarawa State Judiciary Sets July 20 for Annual Break, Names Vacation Judges
The Nasarawa State judiciary has announced its 2026 annual vacation from July 20 to September 7, with Justice Hafsat Sanda and Justice Ishaku Usman appointed to preside over urgent cases.
Igbo Leaders of Thought caution against eroding opposition, call on judiciary to protect democracy
The Igbo Leaders of Thought warned that the marginalization of opposition parties poses a significant threat to Nigerian democracy and urged the judiciary to remain an impartial defender of constitutional principles ahead of the 2027 elections.
Gombe Federal High Court Defers Ruling on Isa Pantami’s PDP Candidacy Dispute
The Federal High Court in Gombe has delayed its verdict in a lawsuit contesting Isa Pantami’s candidacy in the PDP governorship primary.