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Nigerian Courts Impose Death Sentences on 12 for Terrorism and Abduction Offenses
Twelve people were sentenced to death by hanging in Nigeria following convictions for terrorism and kidnapping-related offenses prosecuted by the DSS.
Fatal Police Encounter Follows Youth Gang Violence in Niger State
A confrontation between rival youth groups in Minna, Niger State, resulted in one death and two injuries after police intervened during a violent street clash.
Nigeria Transitions to Digital Legal Filing to Expedite Justice
Nigeria has officially replaced manual case filing with the new Nigerian Case Management System to speed up judicial processes.
Abuja Court Permits Diezani Alison-Madueke to Use UK Acquittal as Evidence in EFCC Asset Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has allowed former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke to introduce evidence regarding her recent acquittal in a UK bribery case during her ongoing legal battle to recover forfeited assets.
Kebbi Information Commissioner Debunks Insurgency Rumors
Kebbi State Commissioner for Information, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed, has dismissed reports of a new insurgency group and false claims of high child mortality, attributing the misinformation to political adversaries.
FRSC Launches 2026 Recruitment Drive: Application Details and Guidelines
The FRSC has opened its 2026 recruitment portal for various roles, emphasizing that the application process is completely free and warning against potential job scams.
IPAC Warns Judicial Deregistration Rulings Threaten Nigeria’s Multiparty System
The Inter-Party Advisory Council warns that frequent court-ordered deregistration of political parties is undermining Nigeria's multi-party democracy and constitutional rights.
Violence in Plateau Leaves Two Dead and Four Suspected Assailants Neutralised
Violence in Plateau State has resulted in the deaths of two local residents in Barkin Ladi and the neutralisation of four alleged attackers in a separate confrontation in Jos South.
Two Officers Fatally Shot in Rivers State Attack
Two police officers were killed and three injured after gunmen opened fire during a stop-and-search operation in Rivers State.
Tinubu Mandates Civilian Leadership for NYSC Under Major Reform Package
President Tinubu has announced major reforms for the NYSC, including the appointment of a civilian Director-General, an extended six-week orientation, and improved safety measures for corps member deployment.