Category Judiciary

JUSUN Strike Suspended: Courts Reopen June 4 

JUSUN strike suspended! Courts to resume June 4. Deal for judiciary funding, N70k minimum wage talks. Workers' demands, CJN intervention detailed

ABUJA – The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) ended its nationwide strike. Court workers will resume duties on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The JUSUN strike suspended decision followed talks with stakeholders. These included representatives of Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat…

Emefiele EFCC Charges: New Claims on Property, Funds

Fresh Emefiele EFCC charges! Ex-CBN chief accused of unlawfully acquiring 753 Abuja homes, holding billions in proxy accounts. Details inside

ABUJA – The legal troubles for Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, have deepened. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has slammed him with a fresh set of charges. These new EFCC charges accuse him of illicitly…

Nigeria P&ID Victory: UK Court Voids $11B Fraud Claim

AGF denies EFCC allegations from Atiku's aide. Office says no EFCC, Sol-Gen meeting with governors on APC defection; claims "baseless."

ABUJA – Nigeria has achieved a landmark P&ID victory against Process and Industrial Developments Limited (P&ID). A United Kingdom court decisively sided with Nigeria, striking down a staggering $11 billion claim. This judgment is a powerful defense against attempted economic sabotage.…

Internet Fraudster Sentenced in Ilorin: Gets 2 Years

Adebisi Olalekan, an internet fraudster sentenced in Ilorin, gets 2 years jail. He forfeits N124m, Mercedes Benz, iPhone. EFCC secured conviction.

ILORIN – Adebisi Olalekan, an internet fraudster sentenced in Ilorin, received a two-year prison term. The Federal High Court in Ilorin delivered the sentence. Olalekan is 23 years old. He was sentenced for cybercrime offenses. These offenses included chin eating and…

Nnamdi Kanu Lawyer Warning: Judge Cautions Over Conduct

Court issues Nnamdi Kanu lawyer warning. IPOB trial sees DSS witness testimony & admission of past rulings. Get the latest from Abuja.

ABUJA – Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, received a direct caution from the Federal High Court on Wednesday. Justice James Omotosho delivered the Nnamdi Kanu lawyer warning. The judge addressed alleged unprofessional behaviour that could lead to disbarment for the counsel…

AGF on Simon Ekpa Extradition: No Moves Yet

Attorney General Fagbemi stated there are no current Simon Ekpa extradition proceedings. Nigeria awaits the outcome of Ekpa's trial in Finland.

Abuja – Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has denied reports that the Federal Government has started Simon Ekpa extradition proceedings. Ekpa is a factional leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). A statement on Friday from Fagbemi’s Special Assistant…

Nnamdi Kanu Sister-in-Law Barred by Court

Court bars Nnamdi Kanu sister-in-law, Favour Kanu, from 3 sittings. Alleged illegal online recording of proceedings. Judge stresses order

Abuja – Favour Kanu, sister-in-law of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu, has been barred from the next three court sessions. A Federal High Court in Abuja made this decision. The action followed allegations she recorded and published court…