Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, appeared before a Lagos Federal High Court on Wednesday, facing charges of using Nigerian currency for offensive purposes and tampering with it. The businessman…
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.
EFCC Charges Cubana Chief Priest for Allegedly Abusing Naira
Popular Instagram personality Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, is slated to appear in court on Wednesday, April 17, before Justice Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court, Lagos. The…
Former CBN Gov. Godwin Emefiele Granted Bail in Lagos Court
Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has been granted bail in the sum of N50 million by a high court in Ikeja, Lagos. The decision came from Judge Rahmon…
President Tinubu Commends Jim Obazee for Successful Completion of CBN Investigation
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his appreciation for the exemplary work conducted by Mr. Jim Obazee, the former CEO of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC), as the Special Investigator tasked…
Bobrisky Found Guilty of Naira Mutilation, Sentencing Postponed
In a dramatic turn of events, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was found guilty on Friday by a Federal High Court in Lagos of mutilating Naira notes, following a prosecution by…
Mohbad Autopsy Result Expected in Four Weeks – Medical Doctor Reveals
In a significant development regarding the investigation into the untimely demise of Nigerian singer Mohbad, Director of Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre, Dr. Richard Somaiari, has revealed that the first set…
EFCC Charges Yahaya Bello, Associates with N84 Billion Money Laundering
In a high-stakes legal battle, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought forth serious allegations against former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, and his accomplices. Facing charges of money…
Three Nigerians Convicted in £400,000 Phone Company Fraud Case in UK
In a significant development in the fight against cybercrime, a group of organized criminals has been handed a collective 11-year sentence for defrauding major phone companies in the UK to the tune…
Court Bars Retrial of Former Abia State Gov. Orji Kalu in N7.1 Billion Fraud Case
In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeal has issued a ruling preventing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from initiating a retrial of the former Governor of Abia State,…
Federal High Court Dismisses Treason Charges Against Sowore and Bakare
In a significant legal development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the charges of treasonable felony against Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, and Olawale…
Supreme Court affirms Farouk Lawan’s jail term over $500,000 bribe
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed an appeal filed by former House of Representatives member Farouk Lawan, affirming his bribery conviction. Lawan, sentenced to seven years in…
Supreme Court Upholds Fubara’s Victory in Rivers State Governorship Election
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has affirmed the election victory of Siminalayi Fubara as the Governor of Rivers State, dismissing the challenge brought forth by Patrick Tonye Cole, the governorship…
EFCC Amends Charges Against Former CBN Gov, Godwin Emefiele
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed an amended 20-count charge against the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)…
Court Declares NBC’s Power to Impose Fines Null, Void
In a significant legal development, a Federal High Court in Abuja has declared null and void the provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code that empower the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to impose…
U.S. Court Orders Repatriation of £6.9m Stolen Assets to Nigeria
In a pivotal decision, a Royal Court in Jersey, United States, has issued a ruling for the repatriation of stolen assets valued at £6.9 million ($8.9 million) to Nigeria. The funds, allegedly…
Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in Rivers Governorship Appeal
In a high-stakes legal battle, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved judgment in the appeal filed by Patrick Tonye-Cole, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), challenging the victory…
I Didn’t Reach Agreement With Tinubu On S’Court Verdict – Kwankwaso
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) presidential candidate in the last general elections, has refuted allegations of reaching an agreement with President Bola Tinubu regarding the Supreme Court…
Supreme Court Judgment Prevented Crisis in Kano – NNPP
Supreme Court’s Landmark Decision: NNPP Hails Reinstatement of Kano Governor In a significant legal turnaround, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Lagos State has lauded the Supreme Court for its recent…
Supreme Court Reinstates Kano, Plateau Governors, Affirms Six Others
Kano and Plateau Governors are reinstated, while six others retain their positions. The Appeal Court faces criticism for its perceived “messy” judgments, with a warning that such irresponsible verdicts could undermine the…
Former Minister of Power Arraigned for $6billion Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought former Minister Olu Agunloye before Justice J.O Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Apo, Abuja, on January 10, 2024, facing seven…