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Anambra State Prosecutes Blogger for Defaming Governor Soludo and His Son
Ejike Ofoegbu, a blogger who admitted to fabricating stories about Governor Soludo and his son for financial gain, has been arraigned in an Anambra court on cybercrime and defamation charges.
Former Science Minister Uche Nnaji Arraigned for Document Forgery
Uche Nnaji, the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has denied charges of forging academic and service certificates following an investigation by the ICPC.
50 Cent submitted letter to judge requesting bail for dealer linked to tour
A high-profile drug dealer was supported by a character reference from 50 Cent, who asked a judge to grant the suspect bail for a concert tour.
Social media influencer DJ Chicken charged for threatening Seyi Tinubu
Abiodun Ademola, known as DJ Chicken, has been arraigned in an Ikeja court for allegedly threatening the life of Seyi Tinubu via social media posts.
NASCO Town Challenges Court Ruling, Advises Against Land Dealings Pending Appeal
NASCO Town Limited has officially appealed a High Court judgment concerning the acquisition of 292 hectares of land, warning the public against land transactions until the legal process is resolved.
Pianist Jayson Gillham unsuccessful in legal challenge against Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
A court has ruled against pianist Jayson Gillham in his discrimination claim against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra following a performance where he spoke about journalist deaths in Gaza.
Kano Judicial Proceedings Begin Against Social Media Influencer Over Boyfriend’s Death
A Kano court has begun the trial of TikToker Fatima Abdullahi for the alleged murder of her boyfriend, Isma’il Sidi, ordering her to remain in custody for medical treatment.
Former Olympic athlete enters not guilty plea regarding Reflecting Pool damage charges
Former Olympian David Hearn has pleaded not guilty to felony charges of vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with his lawyers suggesting he is being used to deflect from the site's failed renovation.
Delta State Magistrate Court Grants Bail to Suspected Imposter Lawyer
A 30-year-old man accused of posing as a lawyer has been granted N200,000 bail by a Delta State Magistrate Court.
ADC Bars State Branches from Accepting Legal Documents and Hiring Lawyers
The African Democratic Congress has issued a strict directive banning state chapters from accepting court documents or hiring lawyers without national headquarters approval.