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Judiciary

refers to the system of courts and judges responsible for interpreting laws, delivering justice, and resolving disputes in society. It ensures legal rights are protected, maintains law and order, and upholds the constitution. A strong judiciary promotes fairness, accountability, and public trust in the legal system.

Federal High Court Grants Bail to Nasir El-Rufai in ICPC Corruption Case in Kaduna

By Elizabeth Ugbo A Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai…

Supreme Court to Hear David Mark’s Appeal on ADC Leadership Crisis April 14

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Supreme Court of Nigeria will hear an appeal on April 14, 2026, filed by David Mark,…

ADC Protest at INEC: Opposition Crisis Deepens Amid Leadership Tussle in Abuja

By Elizabeth Ugbo Former Nigerian leaders under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), including David Mark, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rauf…

EFCC Seeks Final Forfeiture of 57 Properties Linked to Abubakar Malami

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to permanently…

Court Issues Bench Warrant for PDP Chieftain Tanimu Turaki

By Elizabeth Ugbo A Federal Capital Territory High Court judge, Justice Peter Kekemeke, on Thursday issued a bench warrant against…

Court Orders Final Forfeiture of $13m Linked to Aisha Achimugu

By Elizabeth Ugbo A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of $13 million linked to businesswoman…

Court of Appeal Nullifies El-Rufai Case, Orders Fresh Trial

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Court of Appeal in Kaduna, on March 17, nullified a Federal High Court judgment in a…

Nigeria’s Judiciary Must Defend Its Independence to Save Democracy

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria’s democracy faces growing institutional pressure, and the judiciary must respond decisively. The courts must defend their…

Court Allows ICPC to Analyse Devices Seized From Nasir El-Rufai’s Abuja Residence

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission obtained court approval on Thursday to examine electronic…

AGF Takes Over Prosecution of Ex-AGF Malami, Son Over Alleged Terrorism, Firearms Offences

By Elizabeth Ugbo THE Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has taken over the prosecution…