Nigeria’s judiciary has undergone major changes since independence, evolving from an institution whose powers were frequently constrained by military decrees to a constitutionally protected arm of government with a wider
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The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has criticised the enforcement of anti-corruption laws in Nigeria, warning that political connections can protect individuals from facing the consequences of alleged corruption.
Former Liberian President and football legend George Weah has warned that winning an election does not automatically make a tyrannical leader democratic. Weah made the remarks at the ongoing 2026
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Supreme Court of Nigeria has directed all legal practitioners with matters scheduled for hearing between September and December 2026 to upload all relevant court processes through
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused judicial interventions of deepening internal crises within opposition parties, alleging that recent court decisions have weakened alternative political platforms ahead of the 2027
Nigeria’s judicial system is preparing for the legal battles expected ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the National Judicial Council recommending 12 High Court judges for elevation to the
A lawyer and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has urged Nigeria’s judiciary to enforce stricter ethical standards and discipline any members found guilty of misconduct, warning that failure to act could erode
Federal High Court rules defence cannot re-call prosecution witness without formal application The trial of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, took a dramatic turn on Thursday after the Federal
Governor Hope Uzodinma has inaugurated members of the Imo State Judicial Service Commission (JSC), charging them to uphold justice, fairness and integrity in the discharge of their duties. The ceremony
Justice Chibuzor Amadi cites binding court orders restraining him from acting on the Rivers Assembly’s request, insisting that the rule of law must prevail despite mounting political tension. Rivers State’s
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