** as he implicates Sen. Jack Gyado, Shango, Two Reps members, Chia Waya and others As the ongoing probe into the alleged fraudulent activities of the embattled personal Assistant to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF Senator George Akume, Hon. Andrew Torhile Uchi, continues , our correspondent gathered that he has allegedly […]
Category archives: Judiciary
Kano Judiciary Commission Sanctions Eight Staff Members Over Misconduct
The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has enforced disciplinary measures against eight judiciary staff members over various misconduct allegations. Following investigations by the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC), the JSC issued suspensions, warnings, and indefinite removals from duty. According to Baba Ibrahim, spokesperson for the Kano State Judiciary, Magistrate Nasir Ado faced disciplinary action […]
CJN Kekere-Ekun Addresses Judiciary’s Strengths and Ethical Challenges
Chief Justice Kekere-Ekun Highlights Judiciary’s Strengths and Ethical Challenges The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, highlighted both the commendable qualities and ethical challenges within Nigeria’s judiciary during a recent public event in Lagos. Speaking at an event honoring Justice Habeeb Abiru’s Supreme Court appointment, Kekere-Ekun praised the judiciary’s resilience and integrity while […]
Judiciary’s Role in Economic Challenges Highlighted by AGF Fagbemi
Lateef Fagbemi, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, emphasized the potential role of the judicial system in addressing Nigeria’s pressing economic challenges, including high unemployment rates, rising inflation, and declining revenue. He made these remarks at the opening of the Legal Year 2024/2025 for the National Industrial Court in Abuja. Fagbemi pointed […]
NJC Appoint Justice Ariwoola’s Successor on Friday
The National Judicial Council (NJC) is set to meet on Friday, August 16, to select the successor to the current Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who is scheduled to retire on August 22 after reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. A reliable source within the Supreme Court revealed on Tuesday that […]
History Made as Afam Osigwe is Elected New NBA President
In a landmark event for the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has been elected as the 32nd president of the association. This change in leadership, effective from the conclusion of the NBA elections, marks a new chapter for the NBA as Osigwe succeeds Yakubu Maikyau, SAN. The virtual election, held recently in […]
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Poised to Become Next Chief Justice of Nigeria
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun is set to become the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) based on her seniority and the current judicial hierarchy. She will take over from Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, whose term ends on August 22, 2024, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. A valedictory service in honor of Justice Ariwoola has […]
[ICYMI] House Help Admits to Killing Justice Ajumogobia’s Daughter – Police Source
One of the domestic workers of Aribemchukwu, the slain daughter of Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, has confessed to being involved in her murder, according to a police source. The deceased, known as Chuchu, was found dead outside her Parkview Estate residence in Ikoyi, Lagos State. Although her family stated she was killed on Tuesday night, her […]
NANS Urges Students to Embrace Dialogue Over Protests Amid Economic Struggles
Pedro Obi, President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has called on Nigerian students to avoid participating in the planned nationwide protests and instead engage in constructive dialogue to address the nation’s economic challenges. While acknowledging the widespread frustration and hardships caused by the current economic situation, Obi stressed the importance of channeling […]
Group Reacts To Court Order Stopping Bayero From Parading Himself As Emir
The Kano Democratic Vanguard has condemned the recent judgement by Justice Amina Aliyu, which restrained Aminu Ado-Bayero and four other deposed Emirs from parading themselves as Emirs. This ruling according to Isah Jafar, the Convener of the group is a clear violation of justice. Jafar said: “We urge the people of Kano to stand firm […]