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Nigeria launches specialized tribunal to prosecute advertising fraud and violations
The Nigerian government has established a new tribunal to handle advertising fraud and payment disputes, aiming to strengthen industry regulation and professionalism.
Lebanon Ends Capital Punishment, Becoming First Arab Nation to Do So
Lebanon has officially voted to abolish the death penalty, becoming the first Arab nation to replace capital punishment with life imprisonment and hard labor.
Senegal pursues legal action against 71 men in escalating anti-homosexuality campaign
Senegal has officially charged 71 men with unnatural acts as part of a widening crackdown on homosexuality, while dropping charges against 28 others.
Supermac’s Fails in EU Trademark Bid Against McDonald’s
The EU intellectual property board has rejected an attempt by Irish chain Supermac's to register its name as an EU trademark, citing a high likelihood of consumer confusion with the McDonald's Big Mac brand.
Legal expert argues President Tinubu lacks authority to command EFCC
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Oba Maduabuchi asserts that President Tinubu lacks the legal authority to command the EFCC, criticizing the precedent set by the president's recent intervention in the Osun State account freeze.
EFCC Defends Authority to Temporarily Block Bank Accounts Without Judicial Orders
The EFCC maintains that it can legally place a 72-hour hold on bank accounts without a court order, citing specific statutory provisions to justify its recent action against an Osun State Government account.
Falz Shares Why He Left Law for Music
Nigerian entertainer Falz explains why the pressures of his music career and his public recognition led him to step away from his legal practice.
Falz details why he abandoned legal practice for a career in music
Nigerian entertainer Falz explains why the demands of his music career forced him to step away from his legal practice.
Abia State legislature enacts tenant protection and judicial reform laws
The Abia State House of Assembly has approved new legislation to regulate tenancy, curb rent inflation, and expedite criminal justice proceedings.
Care provider prosecuted in landmark case over illegal homes for children
For the first time, a care company has been prosecuted for operating unregistered homes for children, resulting in significant fines and the disqualification of its directors.