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Judiciary
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Mato Argues Judicial Independence Is Compromised by Executive Influence
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Magaji Mato warns that executive-led housing projects for judges undermine judicial independence and public trust, advocating instead for full financial autonomy for the courts.
July 11, 2026
Top Stories from Nigerian Newspapers: Friday Morning Briefing
A summary of today's key news from Nigeria, covering government policies, legal proceedings, security updates, and military developments.
July 10, 2026
Asiya El-Rufai Urges President Tinubu to Extend Courtesy to Her Husband Amid Legal Challenges
Asiya El-Rufai, wife of the former Kaduna State Governor, requests that President Tinubu ensure her husband receives fair treatment and respect for his legal rights during his current prosecution.
July 9, 2026
Asiya El-Rufai Urges President Tinubu to Ensure Fair Trial for Husband
Asiya El-Rufai is calling on President Tinubu to guarantee that her husband, the former Kaduna State governor, receives a fair trial and medical access, while clarifying that the family does not seek to end the legal proceedings.
July 9, 2026
Asiya El-Rufai Claims Bail Conditions for Husband Are Impossible to Meet
Asiya El-Rufai has voiced frustration over the stringent bail conditions imposed on her husband, Nasir El-Rufai, noting that requirements like a traditional council attestation are effectively impossible to fulfill.
July 9, 2026
Wednesday Morning Briefing: Top 10 Nigerian News Highlights
Key updates include the Presidency's rebuttal of Peter Obi's claims, the Sultan of Sokoto's call for unity against insecurity, and major legislative developments in the Senate and Lagos State.
July 9, 2026
Nigeria’s Supreme Court adopts digital system to eliminate paper records and prevent fraud
Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has launched a mandatory digital filing system at the Supreme Court to replace manual records, improve efficiency, and prevent document tampering.
July 9, 2026
Rivers 2027 Election: Court Throws Out Case Against Dumo Lulu-Briggs
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has dismissed a lawsuit challenging Dumo Lulu-Briggs' status as the NDC governorship candidate for the upcoming 2027 election.
July 8, 2026
Governor AbdulRazaq Reviews Progress of New Kwara Judiciary Complex
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq inspected the Justice Saidu Kawu Court House construction, praising the quality of work aimed at improving judicial infrastructure in Kwara State.
July 4, 2026
Matawalle Claims Recent Court Ruling Vindicates President Tinubu Regarding Judicial Independence
Mohammed Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, argues that a recent judicial decision regarding the ADC leadership proves President Tinubu upholds judicial independence and avoids political interference.
July 3, 2026