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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 verdict on the Kano State governorship election. Following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of Abba Kabir Yusuf, the NNPP candidate, as the duly elected…
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 ruling, reinstating Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano. The apex court’s decision overturned the verdicts of lower courts, reiterating the crucial role of the…
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 judiciary’s relevance. Notably, individuals including Sanwo-Olu, Yusuf, Mutfwang, Mohammed, Lawal, Nwifuru, Otti, and Otu emerge victorious. In a marathon judgement session lasting over…
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 counts of fraudulent contract awards and official corruption. One of the charges alleges Agunloye, while serving as Minister of Power and Steel in…
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 cases involving the commission’s anti-corruption efforts. During a media briefing in Abuja, the former Attorney-General of Jigawa State expressed a resolute commitment to…
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 candidate, Titus Uba, challenging the outcome of the March 18 state election. The five-man panel of Justices, led by Justice Inyang Okoro, took…
In a pivotal decision, the Michigan Supreme Court dismissed an attempt to exclude Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot next year based on his involvement in the 2021 US Capitol riot. The rejection rebuffed efforts by opponents seeking to assess Trump’s eligibility for future office following the events of the Capitol breach. The court’s…
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 Governor Peter Mbah, the first respondent in the case. A five-member panel, headed by Justice Mohammed Garba, delivered the verdict, emphasizing the failure…
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 of both the Court of Appeal and the State Election Petitions Tribunal that culminated in Yusuf’s ousting from office. The courtroom, led by…
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 significant step comes after a prolonged period of vacancies that left various zones across the country underrepresented or entirely absent from the apex…