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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.
Kano High Court bars Senator Hanga’s son from posting defamatory content online
A Kano State High Court has ordered Muhammad Samir Rufa’i Sani Hanga to cease posting allegedly defamatory statements about Isa Ado Maidoya on social media pending further legal review.
Nnamdi Kanu is imprisoned solely for his advocacy, lawyer claims
Special Counsel Aloy Ejimakor declares that IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu is serving a life sentence for his advocacy efforts, warning critics against further defamation.
Prophet ordered to pay N200 million for demolishing Tompolo’s shrine
A Federal High Court in Warri has fined Prophet Tamarauebi Elisha Owan N200 million for the illegal destruction of Tompolo’s traditional Egbesu shrine.
Appellate Court Reverses Decision Allowing Hijab at University of Ibadan International School
The Court of Appeal in Ibadan has ruled that the International School, University of Ibadan is a private entity entitled to enforce its own dress code, thereby overturning a previous judgment that permitted students to wear hijabs.
Kenneth Okonkwo Recalls Defending Peter Obi Amid Ongoing Legal Dispute
ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo discusses his past support for Peter Obi amid a new lawsuit filed by the former presidential candidate against him.
Adeniyi Adeyemi Vows to Defend Against Government Charges Regarding Disputed Council
Adeniyi Adeyemi is set to face court proceedings after the Presidency accused him of running a fraudulent council, charges he maintains he can disprove through legal channels.