The National Judicial Council (NJC) has taken a decisive step in Nigeria’s judicial leadership transition by recommending Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The NJC, during its 106th meeting on Thursday, made this crucial recommendation, which will be forwarded to President Bola Tinubu today, Friday, for his approval. The meeting…
In a decisive move showcasing its unwavering commitment to upholding discipline and professionalism, Headquarters 3 Division Nigerian Army has initiated the proceedings of a General Court Martial. Spearheaded by Major General AE Abubakar, this pivotal step underscores the institution’s resolve to address a spectrum of offences and unprofessional behaviors prevalent among its officers and soldiers….
APC Candidate, Fuad Laguda, a prominent figure within the APC ranks, has clinched the candidacy for the upcoming House of Representatives by-election in Surulere Constituency 1, Lagos state. The election, slated for February 3, arises from the void left by the former speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, who assumed the role of Chief of Staff to President…
Rivers State: An Appeal Court in Lagos State has solidified Siminalayi Fubara’s position as the Rivers State Governor after dismissing the petition filed by Patrick Tonye-Cole, the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Fubara, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emerged victorious in the March governorship election in Rivers State. The…
The legal battle over the Plateau State governorship election began when Nentawe Goshwe, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, contested Caleb Mutfwang’s victory. Goshwe claimed that Mutfwang was not validly nominated by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and cited non-compliance with the Electoral Act during the election. Despite Goshwe’s efforts, a three-member tribunal, led by…
Supreme Court Unanimously Dismisses Atiku and Obi’s Appeals Nigerian Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the status quo by dismissing the appeals brought forth by former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and that of Peter Obi, representing the Labour Party. This landmark judgment, delivered by Justice Okoro, reaffirms the integrity of the past 2023 Presidential…
Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi,… and their supporters, have not openly admitted to Nigerians, that their motivations extend far beyond seeking the truth
the Labor Party wasted no time in drawing parallels between the ongoing scenario and their past grievances, particularly their loss in the 2023 presidential election and subsequent defeat in the Election Tribunal.
People close to the inner workings of the Supreme Court disclosed that the fire initially ignited in Chamber 5
The tribunal’s judgment for Plateau Governorship Elections left no room for doubt as it found no merit in the petitioner’s claims
