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Supreme Court Fines Lawyer N50 Million for Attempting to Reopen Final Verdict
A lawyer has been ordered to pay a N50 million fine by the Supreme Court after filing an abusive application to reopen a closed case regarding the Gwandu Emirate Council dispute.
Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi urges Justice Peter Lifu to step down following Appellate Court criticism
Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi has called for the resignation of Justice Peter Lifu after the Court of Appeal labeled the judge's actions as judicial impertinence and rascality.
Benue Chief Judge Issues Corruption Warning to Magistrates
Benue State Chief Judge Maurice Ikpambese has cautioned magistrates to avoid all forms of corruption and maintain professional standards to protect public trust in the judiciary.
LPDC Rejects Bid to Drop Misconduct Case Against SAN and Associates
The LPDC has ruled that a misconduct petition against Ikechukwu Ezechukwu, SAN, and two other lawyers cannot be withdrawn, setting the case for a hearing in July 2026.
Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee Strips Mike Ozekhome of SAN Status
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee has suspended Professor Mike Ozekhome’s Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank pending the outcome of active disciplinary proceedings.