…not allow that. I wouldn't do it," he said.Wike questioned why unverified claims against public officials are frequently treated as public relations issues to be managed rather than legal matters to be formally investigated. He dismissed assertions that the PFIPC head is avoiding the public eye out of concern for perso…

…no longer participate in courtroom rituals that humiliate citizens while elevating public officials. As part of the reforms, the association announced plans to begin a nationwide consultation within 90 days to review judicial dress, courtroom language and other court practices.The consultation will examine the continue…

…should be arrested. It questioned why relatives were allegedly being targeted while public officials who may have questions to answer remained in office. The party said the PFIPC controversy had exposed what it described as either deep institutional weakness or official culpability, warning that any attempt to manage t…

…statement said that the Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture brings together media leaders, public officials, and civil society to reflect on nation-building, governance, and the role of the press, describing it as "a fitting tribute to Alhaji Jakande's legacy, which embodies dedication to journalism, governance, and servic…

…economic and financial crimes nationwide. Among those convicted were four high-profile public officials: Mr. Robert Orya, former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NEXIM Bank; Mr. Albert Bassey, former senator representing Akwa Ibom North East Senatorial District; Mr. Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, former…

…growing culture of trial by media, misinformation, and deliberate attempts to distract public officials from their constitutional responsibilities," he said. Ajimati praised Gbajabiamila's record in public service, noting that his tenure as a six-term member of the House of Representatives and Speaker of the 9th Nation…

…Act is to ensure an informed citizenry, enabling citizens to check corruption and hold public officials and institutions accountable." "The United Nations Human Rights Committee has affirmed that Article 19 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights to which Nigeria is a state party guarantees a right…

…nature that enabled him to hold meetings with foreign delegations, legislators and public officials. "At some point, we must separate an individual's alleged conduct from the institutional systems that either enabled it or failed to detect it," he said. He noted that public records had reportedly shown the PFIPC captur…

…is the Chief of Staff to the President." Dalung also warned against attempts to shield public officials from scrutiny. "Anybody trying to insinuate a cover-up is part and parcel of this grand design to embarrass and destroy Nigeria," he said.

…and internationally guaranteed human rights in Nigeria. "The right to criticize public officials and government policies is a fundamental component of any democratic society. Public officials are required to tolerate a greater degree of scrutiny and criticism than private individuals. Legal processes should never be us…

…of legality, accountability, and good governance bind all organs of government and public officials, including the National Assembly and its members." "The judgment established that the schemes were implemented in breach of the Public Procurement Act, the Code of Conduct for Public Officers, constitutional oaths of off…