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DSS initiates inquiry into operative behavior following Sowore remand
The DSS has opened an investigation into the conduct of its officers following a chaotic incident at the Federal High Court that led to Omoyele Sowore being remanded to prison.
Federal Prosecutors Request Admission of Statements in Alleged Coup Plot Case
Prosecutors in the Abuja coup plot trial are seeking to have witness statements admitted as evidence, while the court investigates a potential leak of sensitive case materials to social media.
Abuja Court Pushes Back Assault Case Against Rapper Odumodublvck
An Abuja court has rescheduled the assault trial involving rapper Odumodublvck to October, following a request for more preparation time from the defense team.
Pakistani human rights activist receives life sentence following soldier’s death at protest
Prominent Pakistani activist Mahrang Baloch has been sentenced to life in prison following a murder and terrorism conviction linked to a 2024 protest.
Nasir El-Rufai files no-case submission following conclusion of DSS evidence
Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai has announced plans to file a no-case submission after the DSS concluded its presentation of evidence in his national security trial.
CISLAC Views Diezani Alison-Madueke’s UK Acquittal as Prompt for Nigerian Legal Reform
CISLAC claims the acquittal of Diezani Alison-Madueke in the UK serves as a catalyst for Nigeria to reform its internal judicial and anti-corruption frameworks.
SERAP Demands Immediate Freedom for Omoyele Sowore
SERAP has formally requested that the Nigerian government drop all charges and immediately release AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore following his court-ordered remand.
Omoyele Sowore Sent to Kuje Prison Following Court Order
Omoyele Sowore has been remanded to Kuje prison by an Abuja Federal High Court pending further legal hearings regarding his bail status.
Federal Court Mandates CAC to Reinstate NYCN Registration
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the CAC to restore the NYCN’s registration, reinstate its Board of Trustees, and dissolve the government-appointed interim management committee.
Trio Arraigned Over N190 Million Real Estate Fraud Scheme
Three individuals have been arraigned by the Nigerian Police for allegedly defrauding a businessman of N190 million through a fake property sale.