…halted plans to harmonise the House and Senate versions of the earlier proposal, with lawmakers now set to begin fresh legislative work on the President’s proposal. Explaining the decision, Abbas said the executive proposal incorporated additional safeguards developed by a presidential committee chaired by the Chief of…

…for securing the release of the victims after more than 50 days in captivity. The lawmakers also praised Tinubu for directing security agencies to deploy all necessary resources to ensure the unconditional release of the victims abducted by heavily armed terrorists. According to the Senate, the rescue operation, which…

…life and had written to President Bola Tinubu over the alleged threats. According to the lawyer, Adeyemi intended to remain alive to defend himself in court. Responding, Justice Umar said, “The court will help him be alive,” before ordering that a bench warrant be issued for Adeyemi’s arrest. The judge subsequently adj…

…Trump's defense team continues to challenge the financial execution. His lawyers recently turned to a federal appeals court to halt the transfer, requesting that the court force the funds back into judicial escrow while the broader appeal process continues. The appellate court has not yet ruled on this latest maneuver,…

…pleaded not guilty when the charge was read to him, following which the prosecuting lawyer, K.P. Ebong sought a date for trial. In count two, Ugagbe of Hon Emeka Ahakaghuan Avenue, Jikwoji, Phase 1, Abuja, and Oliver (now at large) were alleged to have published on the website that "CBN Deputy Governor Emem Nana Usoro…

…parents."I took the phone. "You wanted a grandchild more than you wanted a daughter-in-law. You're not part of this child's life unless you respect this child's mother."Dad's face hardened. "That baby is our blood.""So am I," I said. "And you still left your chairs empty."I ended the call.Twenty minutes later, staff sa…

…person involved in this heinous crime is arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law." by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 7:36 PM | Share this Story

…evening. He stated that indiscriminate waste disposal is a violation of environmental laws, as it obstructs drainage channels, contributes to flooding, and poses significant public health and environmental risks. He urged residents of the state to dispose waste responsibly and use only approved waste management facilit…

…those responsible for the attack would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

…Nigerian Education Loan Fund. Also speaking, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, urged student leaders to sustain dialogue with government, saying industrial harmony had helped ensure stability in tertiary institutions. In his keynote address, the Vice-Chancellor of Olusegun Agagu University of Science…

…practical solutions over theoretical recommendations. “A fiscal reform that looks flawless on paper but fails to improve conditions for Nigerian businesses is not reform; it is disguised bureaucracy,” he said. Charging members to be bold, Oyedele said they should challenge existing assumptions rather than merely endors…

…women feel intimidated. He also praised his appearance, describing his face card as flawless, his voice as soft, and his walk as the sexiest part of him. by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 3:57 PM | Share this Story

…was named in a misdemeanor criminal information. In an April court filing, Westerhold's lawyer reported that his client "recently completed in-patient treatment," though that care was not further described. It was not disclosed what happened to the cleaning appliance. Westerhold lives with his nurse wife in Oviedo, a c…

…No. 12 on the court's cause list, the defendant failed to appear for his arraignment. A lawyer, who identified himself as Genesis Francis, announced his appearance on his behalf. Shortly after the case was called, the prosecution counsel noted that the defendant had repeatedly failed to appear for his trial. "My lord,…

…for this terrible crime to be identified, arrested, and prosecuted according to the law. My father deserves justice, and our family deserve answers. We will continue to seek justice until those responsible are held accountable,” she said.

…the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and the Federal Ministry of Education unlawfully sought to compel her and other education directors to retire before reaching the statutory retirement age. Agreeing with the claimant, Justice Anuwe held that Section 3 of the Teachers’ Retirement Age Act expressly exempts…

…that Nigerian troops were the lowest paid among several African countries. In response, lawmakers passed a bill fixing ₦250,000 as the baseline monthly wage for the lowest-ranking soldier, inserting the required funding directly into the 2026 budget.President Tinubu signed the bill into law in November 2025, directing…

…decision, made during Tuesday's plenary session, July 14, clears the path for lawmakers to focus entirely on a separate, executive-backed State Police Bill forwarded by the presidency.Following the withdrawal of its own draft, the Green Chamber immediately fast-tracked the executive's proposal to ensure the momentum on…

…They argued that the offences are contrary to Sections 285 and 167 of the Penal Code Law. When the charges were read and explained to them, both defendants pleaded guilty. Following their plea, the prosecution urged the court to summarily try the matter in pursuant to Section 338 of the Gombe State Administration of Cr…

…be complaining that someone snatched the same spouse you're trying to divorce- Nigerian lawyer argues A Nigerian lawyer, Emeka Ugwuonye, has sparked a debate over his views on divorce. In a video shared on social media, Ugwuonye who was May Yul-Edochie's former lawyer, said an aggrieved spouse cannot in one breath file…

…This was disclosed in a publication by Ellis Visa Sponsors, a US immigration law firm, on Monday. The H-1B visa programme enables US employers to recruit highly skilled foreign professionals for specialised roles that typically require at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. Although the programme is highly com…

…Area of the state. The House directed the company’s management to appear before lawmakers on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Rivers State House of Assembly Quarters, where plenary is being held temporarily. The lawmakers’ letter, dated July 7, 2026, was signed by the Clerk of the House, Dr Emeka Amadi, and…

…that Bala was promoting falsehood, hence should be prosecuted according to the law. Bala had claimed that his faction had obtained INEC’s access code and uploaded candidates for the 2027 general election. The claim, which has been widely shared on social media, suggested that Bala's faction had successfully completed t…

…for this terrible crime to be identified, arrested, and prosecuted according to the law. My father deserves justice, and our family deserves answers. We will continue to seek justice until those responsible are held accountable,” she said. Rofiat also expressed concern over the pace of the investigation, claiming that…

…match at the World Cup following a meeting of the FBI, tournament officials and local law enforcement. The FBI, FIFA officials and local police held a security meeting on Monday to assess the risks surrounding the match, highlighting the long-standing rivalry between England and Argentina and concerns over possible cla…