By Kenneth Atavti The Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has declared that the justice sector under his watch would continue to push for mutuality in the formation and implementation of the national policy on justice reform in the country. Fagbemi, made the declaration at the 2024 National Judicial Summit on Justice Sector on Wednesday in […]
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Criticism Aimed at Akpabio over Ningi’s Suspension Branded as a Challenge to Tinubu’s Administration – CSOs
A coalition of civil society organizations has condemned the backlash faced by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, framing it as an attack on the credibility of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The coalition asserts that the suspension of Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi was a necessary measure to uphold public order and discipline within the Senate. Comprising […]
Nasarawa Women protest Hits Abuja street, Demand Fairness in Supreme court judgement
…. Accused Nasarawa Emir on allege influence of judges to favour Sule The “Women for Justice” in Nasarawa state gathered in Abuja Friday, expressing their concerns over potential influence on the impending Supreme Court verdict on Friday regarding the gubernatorial elections held on March 18th, 2023. Speaking at the Unity Fountain, the group emphasized their […]
Judiciary’s Double Standards: A Danger to Our Democracy
Ochereome Nnanna, in his piece, raises concerns about the perceived double standards in the Nigerian judiciary, particularly in election-related cases. He points out instances where pre-election matters are brought before election tribunals, contrary to established legal procedures. Nnanna expresses worry about the potential erosion of the judiciary’s credibility and calls for adherence to the principles […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan’s Victory Upheld by Appeal Court in Kogi Central Senatorial Seat
In a decisive ruling, the Court of Appeal in Abuja affirmed Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the legitimate winner of the Kogi Central Senatorial election held in February. The three-member panel, upholding the judgment of the state’s election tribunal, dismissed the appeal filed by Sen. Abubakar Ohere of the All Progressives […]
Yusuf Mada’s Reappointment as Senior Special Adviser Sparks Debate Amid Ongoing Legal Battle
…Concerned Stakeholders Question Criteria, Judiciary’s Role In a surprising turn of events, Yusuf Abubakar Musa(AKA Yusuf Mada), previously sacked from his position as Special Adviser on Infrastructure in 2021 due to alleged involvement in railway vandalism, has been reappointed by Governor Sule as a Senior Special Adviser. The decision to reappoint Mada, who hails from […]
IPOB: Group writes US, UK others over Peter Obi’s alleged links with terrorist group
A group , the Concemed Citizens Network, CCN has alerted the United States as well as the United Kingdom Government of alleged links by the Presidential candidate of the labour party, Peter Obi to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB. The group said Peter Obi has received tactic support from the IPOB since he […]
Natasha Akpoti wins again as Appeal Court affirms senatorial candidature
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has on Thursday dismissed the appeal filed against the candidature of Barr Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The Court presided by Justice Gafai upheld the arguement of J.J. Usman (SAN) on behalf of Natasha who held that the Deponents of the affidavits in support of the originating summons who were not […]
Breaking: Court of Appeal gives nod to NFF’s election, suspends restraining order
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has on 29th September, 2022 stayed the execution of the Interim Order restraining the Nigerian Footbal Federation (NFF) from conducting its election. Recall that on 15th September 2022, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja presided by Justice Inyang Ekwo has ordered parties to maintain status ante pending […]
Lawyer Sues CAC, Others Over Denial Of Incorporated Trustees Name
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has been dragged before a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, over allegation of wrongful denial of Incorporated Trustees name. The lawyer, Barrister Edward Omaga (Trading under the name and style of Graylaw Solicitors), is seeking a restraining order against Abuja Master Printers League (AMPLE), one of the Defendants in […]