Musa Aliyu, the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has set a groundbreaking precedent by announcing his intent to personally appear in court for…
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.
Supreme Court Upholds Governor Alia’s Election Victory in Benue State
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has solidified Governor Hyacinth Alia’s position as the legitimate governor of Benue State, dismissing the appeal lodged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its…
Supreme Court Affirms Peter Mbah’s Election as Enugu State Governor
In a significant ruling on Friday, the Supreme Court upheld the election of Peter Mbah as the governor of Enugu State, Nigeria. The apex court decisively settled all issues in favour of…
Supreme Court Reserves Judgement in Kano Governorship Appeal
In a legal saga amplifying Kano State’s political landscape, the Supreme Court has yet to deliver its final say in the appeal brought by Governor Abba Yusuf. This appeal challenges the decisions…
Senate Confirms 11 New Justices of Supreme Court
In a long-awaited move to fill crucial vacancies within the highest echelons of Nigeria’s judiciary, the Nigerian Senate has confirmed the appointment of 11 new justices to the revered Supreme Court. This…
Supreme Court Upholds Continued Detention, Trial of Nnamdi Kanu
Nnamdi Kanu’s hope of regaining freedom encountered a setback as the Supreme Court, in a significant ruling, nullified the Court of Appeal’s judgment that directed the Federal Government to release him from…
The NJC Removes Judge in Osun, Rejects Adeleke’s Complaint Regarding CJ
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended that a judge from the Osun State High Court, Justice S. O. Falola, should retire. This decision came as he was found guilty of issuing…
Court of Appeal Slams INEC: Bauchi Assembly Speaker’s Election Nullified
In a scathing rebuke, the Court of Appeal in Abuja has criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for perceived bias in electoral disputes, accusing the electoral body of taking sides in…
Court Grants Ex-CBN Gov Emefiele N300 Million Bail
The Abuja High Court at Maitama recently issued a significant ruling granting bail to Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Justice Hamza Muazu presided over…
Appeal Court Upholds Election of Ibori’s Daughter
In a recent ruling, the Appeal Court in Lagos has upheld the election of Honourable Ibori-Suenu Erhiatake, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), representing the Ethiope Federal Constituency in Delta…
EFCC Fails to Produce Ex-CBN Gov Godwin Emefiele in Court
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was chastised for failing to bring former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele before the Federal Capital Territory High Court. The court had previously…
Court of Appeal Nullifies Election of LP’s Denis Agbo in Enugu
The Lagos State Court of Appeal has reached a major decision, nullifying Denis Agbo’s election as a member of the Labour Party (LP) in the recent general elections. Denis Agbo represented Enugu…
Concerns Over Judicial Appointments, Shortage of Supreme Court Justices Emerges
Retiring from the Supreme Court, Justice Musa Dattijo has expressed worries about the concentration of power in the office of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) and the purportedly purposeful omission of…
Supreme Court Upholds Ruling in Favor of Bola Tinubu
The Supreme Court has issued a ruling upholding the decision of the presidential petition tribunal, which favored Bola Tinubu and dismissed the appeal made by Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. In a…
ADVAN drags Tinubu, Akpabio, others to court over advertising industry reforms
The Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN), under the leadership of Osamede Uwubanmwen has dragged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Attorney-General of the Federation, the Senate and House of…
Supreme Court Set to Rule on Presidential Election Appeals
In a highly anticipated decision, Nigeria’s Supreme Court is poised to deliver its judgement on Thursday, October 26, 2023. This landmark ruling will determine the outcome of three pivotal cases that could…
Nigeria Seeks to Claim Damages After P&ID’s $11bn Court Victory
In a significant development in the legal saga between Nigeria and Process & Industrial Developments Limited (P&ID), the Nigerian government has announced its intention to seek damages from the global firm. This…
Supreme Court Hears Arguments on President Tinubu’s Certificate in Election Challenge
In a significant legal battle concerning the eligibility of President Bola Tinubu, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Supreme Court of Nigeria is currently deliberating…
Supreme Court Judges Reduced to 10 as Justice Dattijo Muhammad Retires
The bench of Supreme Court judges in Nigeria now stands at 10 as Justice Musa Dattijo Muhammad formally bowed out of service. In an official statement released by the Director of Information…
Supreme Court Sets a Date to Hear Atiku’s Petition Against Tinubu
In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle over the 2023 presidential election, the Supreme Court has announced a hearing date for Abubarkar Atiku’s petition against President Bola Tinubu’s election victory….