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Category: Court Cases & Legal Matters
Dive into the world of legal proceedings and justice with our “Court Cases & Legal Matters” category. Explore in-depth analyses of notable court cases, legal discussions, and updates on significant legal developments. From high-profile trials to discussions on legal rights and responsibilities, this category offers insights into the intricate workings of the legal system and its impact on society.
Nnamdi Kanu Requests Judge to Recuse Herself from His Trial
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), asked Justice Binta Nyako to recuse herself from his ongoing trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday. Kanu…
ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION: Court awards N20 million damages against UNN, Viagem Property
An Enugu State High Court sitting at Nsukka, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Tuesday, awarded N20 million damages against the University of Nigeria, and Viagem Property and Investment Limited over a case of environmental degradation in Ajuona Obukpa community.
Former Minister Saleh Mamman Remanded in Kuje Prison
In a dramatic court session at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, was remanded in Kuje prison after pleading not guilty to charges of…
Court Declares PDP Primary for Edo Governorship Invalid
In a landmark ruling on Thursday, the Federal High Court in Abuja declared the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) primary election for the upcoming Edo governorship election null and void. The decision comes…
Court Dismisses N1 Billion Suit by Nnamdi Kanu Against FG
In a significant legal development, the Abuja Federal High Court has dismissed a N1 billion lawsuit brought by Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the…
Emefiele’s Alleged Fraud: Court Orders Forfeiture of N12.18 Billion Properties
The Federal High Court in Lagos has issued a final forfeiture order for properties worth over N11.14 billion and N1.04 billion linked to Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank…
Nigerian Court Clears Binance Executives, Focus Shifts to Firm in Tax Evasion Case
In a recent development at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla have been acquitted of tax evasion charges brought by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The…
Tariff Increase: Court Fines MultiChoice ₦150m, Orders Free Subscription for All Nigerians
In a decisive ruling on Friday, the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) in Abuja fined MultiChoice Nigeria Limited ₦150 million for defying its directives and violating its jurisdiction. The tribunal’s unanimous…
Court Declares 25 Lawmakers Seats Vacant Amidst Political Crisis in Rivers
In a significant development amidst ongoing political turmoil, the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has declared the seats of 25 lawmakers vacant following their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party…
FG Drags State Governors to Supreme Court Over LG Mismanagement
In a significant development, the Federal Government of Nigeria has taken the governors of the 36 states to the Supreme Court, alleging mismanagement of Local Government Areas (LGAs). This lawsuit, initiated by…
Notorious Kidnapper Evans Opts for Plea Deal Amid Fresh Murder Charges
The re-arraignment of Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, infamously known as Evans, and his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, was postponed at the Lagos High Court in Ikeja. Evans, a convicted kidnapping kingpin, faces new charges of…
Emefiele Granted Bail: Denies N684.5 Million Note Printing Allegations
In a recent development at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, the immediate former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, was granted bail of N300…
Gov. Otti Exposes Alleged N10 Billion Misappropriation in Abia State Airport Project
The controversy surrounding the purported misappropriation of N10 billion in funds allocated for an airport project during former Abia State governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s administration has intensified, with current Governor Alex Otti vowing…
EFCC, Cubana Chief Priest Agree to Out-of-Court Settlement
In a significant turn of events, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and socialite Cubana Chief Priest have reached an agreement for an out-of-court settlement regarding alleged naira abuse charges. The…
Two Drug Traffickers Sentenced to Life Imprisonment as NDLEA Intensifies Crackdown
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has achieved a significant victory in its fight against drug trafficking with the sentencing of Uwaezuoke Ikenna Christian and Agbo Chidike Prince to life imprisonment….
EFCC Withdraws Appeal, Orders Restraining Yahaya Bello’s Arrest
In a dramatic turn of events, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has withdrawn its appeal against a Kogi High Court order prohibiting the detention of Yahaya Bello, the former governor…
Former Aviation Minister Arrested for N8 Billion Nigeria Air Fraud
Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika found himself in the spotlight on Tuesday as he was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in connection with an alleged N8.06 billion money…
Residents of Okuama-Ewu Sue Nigerian Army for N200 Billion Over Community Invasion
In a bold move to seek justice, residents of Okuama-Ewu, Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State, have taken legal action against the Nigerian Army. Led by human rights lawyer Chief Malcolm…
Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Misses Court Appearance Amid Allegations of N80 Billion Fraud
Yahaya Bello, the erstwhile governor of Kogi State, failed to make an appearance in court on Thursday, evading the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) accusations of money laundering and fraud totaling…