…both bills, the Speaker, committed the Judicial Institute Bill to the House Committee on Justice, Ethics and Public Petitions; while the Rural Access Roads Agency Amendment Bill was referred to the House Committee on Water Resources, Energy and Rural Development for further legislative actions. Meanwhile, Elemide, also…

…which affirmed the leadership of the ADC headed by former Senate President David Mark. Justice Musa Liman dismissed a suit filed by House of Representatives member Leke Abejide challenging the party’s leadership structure, holding that the case lacked merit and was not justiciable because it concerned the internal affa…

…ownership in the UK. Ruling on the application for release of Ozekhome 's passport, Justice Chizoba Oji ordered that he must return the international passport to the court on or before August 26. It came to the judge's knowledge on Tuesday that the prosecution had withheld and failed to deposit the defendants' passport…

…Governments to intensify efforts to rescue the victims and bring the perpetrators to justice. "We further call on the relevant security agencies, as well as the Governments of Benue State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to act swiftly and decisively to secure the safe rescue of the abducted persons and ensure that…

…Crown Court on bribery allegations as a material fact that would aid the dispensation of justice. The grounds of the application, seen by Nairametrics, state that the applicant is challenging, among other things, the public notice issued by the EFCC for the public auction and sale of properties and/or personal effects…

…you away from your lands or dampen your spirits. We are building a Benue where peace and justice prevail, and this setback will only strengthen our resolve," the statement added.

…“I have directed the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Federal Ministry of Justice to commence the process of amending the NYSC Act and subsidiary regulations. “To every young Nigerian: this nation believes in you. We are building a country worthy of your talent, your ambition and your future.”

…of silence have given way to a determined demand for inclusion, development and social justice.

…police officers to the site, seeking to arrest Odiete and operations personnel. Social justice advocate, Kenny Ovweh, who was at the scene, captured the tension live: "The PG and his executives have brought police to disrupt the work. They say the work should stop, that they want to make arrests. Nobody is intimidated.…

…the decision by the administration of President Bola Tinubu as “another grave act of injustice against Ndigbo” and a further demonstration of the marginalisation of the South-East. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), last Thursday formally handed over the airport to Aero Alliance Limite…

…of the ruling until its legal department had fully examined the court's decision. Justice Isah Dashen of the Federal High Court in Lokoja had on Friday set aside the court's December 10, 2025 judgment compelling INEC to register the NDC as a political party. The judge held that the earlier judgment adversely affected t…

…allow themselves to be influenced by politicians could damage public confidence in the justice system. "There are great judges in Nigeria, but the unchecked excesses of some who allow themselves to become judicial swords on the hands of politicians are capable of damaging the larger image of the judiciary," he added. L…

…Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, told Saturday Vanguard. Justice Isah Dashen of the Federal High Court in Lokoja on Friday set aside the court’s earlier judgment of December 10, 2025, which had directed INEC to register the NDC as a political party. The court held that the earlier judgme…

…move beyond the quest for power and focus instead on building a united nation founded on justice, strong institutions, the rule of law, and equal opportunity," Obi said. He called on Nigerians to rise above partisan interests and defend democratic institutions, insisting that the survival of the country's democracy is…

…connected with the crime," he added. He assured residents that the command would pursue justice for the victims and ensure everyone connected to the killings faces the law.

…charges. DAILY POST reports that on April 14, 2026, the presiding judge of the court, Justice Rilwan Aikawa, granted the former Governor bail in the sum of N200 million, with conditions including two sureties - one being a serving or retired civil servant at Grade Level 15, and the other a recognised traditional ruler.…

The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has awarded N10 million in general damages against the Federal Republic of Nigeria over the physical assault, unlawful arrest, and seizure of property belonging to Jide Oyekunle, a journalist with Independent Newspaper. The landmark ruling in Suit No. ECW/CCJ/APP/29/25 was secured…

Ayeni pleaded not guilty to all 18 counts when they were read to him. The former bank chairman was first arraigned on May 4, 2026, on a 17-count charge. Following his plea, Justice Onwuegbuzie adjourned the matter until July 6, 2026, for commencement of trial.

…to the defendants. The development emerged on June 22, 2026, during proceedings before Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja. According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, the defendants and their companies are facing a seven-count charge bordering on alleged obtaining by false prete…

…chapter in the state's growing history of political violence. "This is the time for justice. This is the time for accountability. This is the time to demonstrate that nobody is above the law. Let peace prevail. Let justice be done," Adeyemi concluded.

…an alleged N15.6 billion fraud. The development was disclosed during proceedings before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Apo, Abuja on June 22, 2026. According to the anti-graft agency, Ayeni was re-arraigned on an amended 18-count charge bordering on alleged criminal breach of trus…

The High Court of Justice, Kebbi State, sitting in the Birnin Kebbi Judicial Division, on Monday adjourned the trial of a nurse, Hannatu James, who is facing charges over the alleged death of two minors at Martha Bamaiyi General Hospital, Zuru. Justice Nusirat Ibrahim Umar adjourned the matter until July 13, 2026, foll…

…in the affected area, apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they are brought to justice. The government also directed relevant emergency and humanitarian agencies to provide immediate relief and support to victims and affected families. It urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding, while calling on commu…

…Guests of Honour include: Rt. Hon. Chidi Obeta (Member, House of Representatives); Justice Professor Peter Umeadi; Dr. Obi Asika (Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture); Dr. (Mrs.) Virgy Anohu (Adadioramma); HRH Igwe George Asadu (Okpudo, Ihe n’Owerre); HRH Eze Ifeanyi Ekeh (Udumeze III of Lokpanta);…

…not opposed to innovation. We are opposed to innovation that is used as a substitute for justice."This Fiesta is Africa's opportunity to set the terms of that conversation, on our own soil, with our own farmers at the centre of it," he said.