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NJC Sanctions Judges As Nigeria’s Judiciary Faces Fresh Integrity Pressure

NJC sanctions judges actions have intensified national debate over judicial credibility after Nigeria’s top judicial oversight body moved against several judges over misconduct allegations, procedural violations, and integrity concerns. The disciplinary measures come at a sensitive time when courts remain central to election disputes, corruption trials, and constitutional battles, increasing pressure on the judiciary to restore public trust and institutional confidence.

Supreme Court Ends Kudirat Abiola Murder Case as Lagos Abandons Appeal

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Nigeria’s apex court has formally closed the long-running Kudirat Abiola murder case, ruling that Lagos State abandoned its appeal by failing to act for nine years. The decision ends all legal efforts to revive the prosecution of former military officer Hamza Al-Mustapha, bringing final judicial closure to one of Nigeria’s most politically significant criminal cases nearly three decades after the assassination.

Nnamdi Kanu Defies the Court: ‘No Valid Charges Against Me’ — Inside the Biafra Leader’s Legal Rebellion

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Biafra agitator Nnamdi Kanu has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that he will not enter a defence in his terrorism trial, insisting there are no valid charges against him. His declaration marks a turning point in the long-running case that has tested Nigeria’s judiciary, challenged executive power, and reignited the Biafra question.

Father of Late Bilyaminu Bello Begs for Mercy: “Free Maryam Sanda for the Sake of the Children”

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In an emotional appeal that has reignited national debate on justice and forgiveness, Bello Isa, father of the late Bilyaminu Bello, has pleaded with Nigerian authorities to grant clemency to Maryam Sanda, his daughter-in-law sentenced to death for his son’s murder in 2017. His plea, he says, is born not of denial but compassion for the two children left behind.

EFCC Nabs Fred Ajudua Again After Supreme Court Nullifies Bail in $1.43m Fraud Trial

IDNNMay 14, 202514.05.20250

Fred Ajudua, accused in a historic $1.43m fraud, is back in EFCC custody after the Supreme Court ordered his immediate return to prison and reactivation of trial.

Contempt Drama Stalls Natasha’s Harassment Case Against Akpabio

IDNNMay 14, 20250

A court-ordered silence was broken, and now Natasha’s case against Akpabio hangs on a Facebook post. The judge is not amused — and everyone might be called in.

Akpabio vs Natasha: Senate Showdown Moves to Court Over Contempt Battle

IDNNMay 13, 20250

Court drama intensifies as Senate President Akpabio accuses Senator Natasha of flouting judicial orders with satirical Facebook posts. Judge threatens full summons.

DSS Blocks Ex-AGF Kanu Agabi from Seeing Nnamdi Kanu, Sparks Legal Uproar

IDNNMay 13, 20250

Nigeria’s DSS blocks former AGF and SAN, Kanu Agabi, from accessing Nnamdi Kanu in custody, prompting outcry over judicial interference.

Osinachi’s Husband Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Culpable Homicide

IDNNApr 29, 202529.04.20250

Justice has been served. The law must speak loudly when silence leads to death.” — Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme

Rivers Chief Magistrate Quits in Protest, Condemns Sole Administrator as ‘Quasi-Military Rule’

IDNNApr 15, 20250

Chief Magistrate Ejike George of Rivers State resigns over the Sole Administrator-led government, calling it a “quasi-military regime” incompatible with legal and democratic principles.