…once again exposed deep cracks in the leadership selection process of Nigeria’s foremost lawyers’ body. In a compelling reflection titled ‘For the Nigerian Bar Association, A Time for a Bold Retool’, renowned law professor and human rights advocate, Prof Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, traced the 126-year history of the NBA and…

…messages.BCDA: Constitutional questions and opposition reactionMeanwhile, constitutional lawyer Suraj Bamidele warned that the standoff creates legal uncertainty, noting that decisions taken by an official whose status is in dispute could face validity challenges.Public affairs analyst Sunday Awosika called it "a very…

Oladele Osinuga is a lawyer in England and Wales, and also of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. He shares, in this interview with SEGUN KASALI, some of those elements that enhanced his career trajectory. The post I was both book-smart, street-smart at Igbobi College — Osinuga appeared first on Tribune Online.

…wife who is in the UK with their kids (read here). Responding via a statement from his lawyers, Timi explained that he does not owe DJ Timmy any money. According to the statement from Timi's lawyers, Timi and Revolve Entertainment and its representative; Mr.,Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as"Baddest DJ Timmy",…

…insecurity and economic challenges.Falz joined his father, prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), alongside thousands of Nigerians who gathered under the leadership of civil society groups and labour unions.The nationwide protests focused on escalating insecurity, including the increasing incidents of killing…

…Entertainment £4,106 in expenses tied to a proposed United Kingdom tour, with his lawyers threatening legal action against the promoter and its representative, Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as “Baddest DJ Timmy.” In a letter dated July 18, 2026, shared via Timi Dakolo’s Instagram page and signed by Tope Salam…

…elections. Justice Inyang Ekwo issued the order on Thursday, July 17, 2026, after lawyers for both defendants appeared in court and formally joined issues with the plaintiffs in suit FHC/ABJ/CS/1429/2026. The case was brought by Engr. Sesugh Akaagba alongside other aggrieved APC candidates from Benue state.

…for burial. Mr Habila, who was accompanied by his wife, other family members and their lawyers, addressed the press shortly after submitting the petition at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, on Friday, July 17. The father of the deceased who spoke through his lawyer, expressed sadness that almost two weeks after his daugh…

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has threatened to institute legal proceedings against the Federal Government over the allocation of newly built luxury houses to judges in Abuja’s Katampe district, describing the gesture as discriminatory and contrary to the principle of equality before…

…Alhaji Hassan Taiwo Fajimite, on his election as the National President of the Muslim Lawyers Association of Nigeria (MULAN). A statement issued in Abeokuta […] The post Ogun Muslim Council lauds Fajimite’s emergence as MULAN president appeared first on Tribune Online.

Members of the Yoruba Lawyers Forum, Egbe Amofin Oodua, have called for the postponement of the Nigerian Bar Association’s national election by a minimum of seven days, saying that the extension would give room for proper voter sensitisation and ensure a more credible electoral process. Chairman of the Governing Counci…

…seek financial assistance from the public. In a video recording shared by their pro bono lawyer, Awele Ideal, the mother of the deceased said her family still owes the hospital Favour died, N7 million. She appealed to the public to come to their aid with money for the bill and to facilitate the police investigation. Th…

…evidence, confirmed a pattern of demanding and collecting money from litigants and lawyers before releasing court orders and judgments. The Commission, after careful evaluation, found him guilty of serious misconduct and unethical behaviour,” the statement further stated. Reaffirming its commitment to discipline within…

…and delayed motorists on township roads in July 2025. The case was filed by Kano lawyer Abba Hikima, who challenged the actions of FRSC officers after they stopped him and other motorists to request driving licences despite no traffic offence having been committed. The judge held that the officers’ actions violated the…

…Sciences, Ebonyi State, and not a physiotherapist as earlier reported. He stated: “My lawyers have spoken on my behalf. But one piece of information I want to correct is that the lady in question was like a daughter to me. She had stayed with me for three years. She was a staff member of the Federal Medical University.…

…under his own roof: issuing statements through his personal aides, deploying his private lawyers to correspond with the police, and continuing his official duties as though nothing has happened, while civil society groups, youth organisations, and the family's own community cry out for an independent inquiry.Let me be…

…for, is giving an impression that 'runs girls' were transported to our residence. The lawyers have been briefed and will take on the people that are ev!l and think they're f!ghting for the freedom of the country. Because if you intentionally did it, the de@th of the young lady will be far far better than yours because…

…look at few of their conversations leading to Favour's É-Ä™.Ä...ťḥ.A lot of Facebook lawyers keep analyzing nonsense and are sprewing rubbish about Miss Favour Agbro. I wont have to post more of their conversations anymore but I have them plenty.Evidences choke. Stop blaming the girl. Look closely at this conversati…

…(read here). The babysitter was arrested when the video came to light. Now Cranmer's lawyer, Marissa Koerner, insists the 14-second Snapchat video showed an "innocent moment", and not a criminal act. "Anyone who has spent time caring for young children understands that children often have little appreciation for perso…

…(Centre LSD), Dr Otive Igbuzor; Political economist, Professor Adebayo Olukoshi; lawyer and pro-democracy activist, Ayo Obe; Head of Programmes and Policy, ActionAid Nigeria, Celestine Okwudili Odo, who represented the Country Director, Andrew Mamedu; International development expert, Dr Hussaini Abdu; and Director, Ce…

…dated 24th June, 2026. Following the invitation, the activists, accompanied by their lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, honored the invitation on Wednesday, July15. According to Inibehe, they met with the investigators and after cooperating with the Commission, they were released. He said they will be going to the commission tod…

…torture in police custody following his arrest. During Wednesday's session, government lawyers led by Safiya Yalwati and Zaharaddeen Hamisu Kofar Mata represented police investigator Corporal Aliyu Jamilu, while the defense team also brought forward witnesses. The court then adjourned the hearing until July 21 for cont…

…of the voiceless,” he emphasised. He also praised her commitment to mentoring younger lawyers, saying her emergence as NBA President would inspire the next generation of legal practitioners, particularly women. “I believe that Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, will be an exceptional and transformational leader. The Bar…

…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,…