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INEC Informs Court That Emeka Ike’s Published Voter Data Lacks Confidential Status
INEC has defended its data practices in court, stating that Emeka Ike's published voter information is not classified after the actor sued for 10 billion Naira over an alleged privacy breach.
Patrick Spencer acquitted of sexual assault charges
Independent MP Patrick Spencer has been found not guilty of sexual assault following a trial at Southwark Crown Court concerning incidents at a London club in 2023.
Anambra Court Imposes Six-Year Sentence and N20m Fine on Bogus Herbalist
Onyebuchi Okocha, known as Onyeze Jesus, received a six-year prison sentence and a N20 million fine from an Awka High Court for operating as a fraudulent traditional healer.
Legal Representatives for David Umahi Request Autopsy Following Mary Habila’s Passing
Minister David Umahi's legal counsel has petitioned the Ebonyi State Police for a mandatory autopsy on Mary Habila to clarify the cause of her death before burial.
Omoyele Sowore pledges legal aid for DJ Chicken after arrest
Omoyele Sowore has stepped forward to assist DJ Chicken, who is currently facing charges for allegedly threatening Seyi Tinubu in a viral social media video.
Sokoto ADC Leadership Dispute Hearing Rescheduled for July 22
A Federal High Court in Sokoto has rescheduled the ADC leadership hearing to July 22, 2026, while imposing a N500,000 fine on the first defendant's counsel for delays.
Former Minister Nnaji and Alleged Fake DG Adeyemi to Face Legal Proceedings in Abuja
Former Minister Uche Nnaji faces charges related to forged credentials, while alleged fake council director Adeniyi Adeyemi will be arraigned on fraud and impersonation counts.
Five facts regarding Nehemiah Danjuma, the first deaf lawyer from Northern Nigeria
Nehemiah Danjuma has become the first deaf lawyer from Northern Nigeria. Here is a look at his journey, academic persistence, and advocacy work.
Kenneth Okonkwo Denies Receiving Legal Documents in Peter Obi Defamation Case
ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo denies receiving formal court documents in the defamation suit filed by Peter Obi, dismissing the legal action as an effort to silence him.
Teenagers convicted of rape receive detention after sentencing appeal
The Court of Appeal has ordered four-year custodial sentences for two boys convicted of raping teenage girls, overturning previous non-custodial punishments deemed too lenient.