Asaba, Delta State – June 28, 2025 The Federal High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has convicted and sentenced Christiana Uadiale, identified as a key figure in an international human trafficking network, to 12 years imprisonment. Uadiale was found guilty of multiple charges related to human trafficking, including recruitment and illegal transportation of young
Lagos, Nigeria – June 27, 2025 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, on Friday, secured the conviction of Emmanuel Ayodele Areola for illegally hawking the Nigerian currency in violation of existing financial regulations. Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, handed down the judgment following
In a major disciplinary move, the National Judicial Council (NJC) has ordered the immediate and compulsory retirement of nine judges from the Imo State judiciary after uncovering clear evidence of age falsification aimed at prolonging their stay in office. The decision was taken during the Council’s 109th plenary session held on 25th June 2025, and
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has announced plans to arraign MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, its Chief Executive Officer John Ugbe, and key Pay‑TV directors at the Federal High Court in Lagos. They face allegations of impeding an ongoing probe into their decision to raise subscription prices for DStv and GOtv services—despite a clear
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the final forfeiture of ₦1.5 billion to the Federal Government, marking a significant legal victory in the country’s anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. The appellate court upheld the decision of the Federal High Court, which had previously granted a final forfeiture order
The Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Maitama on Thursday granted bail to suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District. The court set her bail at N50 million, with the presiding judge, Justice Chizoba Orji, rejecting the Federal Government’s application to remand the senator in custody during the pendency of her
Abuja – The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has released the shortlist of candidates being considered for elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for the year 2025, naming a total of 72 legal practitioners in the provisional list. The announcement, which was made public on Wednesday, marks a critical phase
Akure, June 13, 2025 Judicial workers in Ondo State have embarked on an indefinite strike over the state government’s failure to meet several longstanding demands, including improved welfare and full implementation of financial autonomy for the judiciary. The strike, which began Friday morning, has led to the closure of all courts across the state, grounding
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has officially affirmed Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashir as the substantive Emir of Gwandu in Kebbi State, drawing the curtain on a long-standing legal battle that began nearly two decades ago. In a landmark judgment delivered recently, the apex court set aside the decisions of both the Kebbi State High Court and
Two Chinese nationals, Zhang Hong Lin and Zhao Pei Hai, were on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on allegations of engaging in unlawful possession and illegal export of mineral resources without necessary authorization from the Nigerian government. The duo were brought before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke by
