The Supreme Court has issued a directive to all 36 state governors, mandating them to submit their individual responses to a lawsuit filed by the Federal Government. The lawsuit seeks to grant complete autonomy to local government areas in the country. This move by the apex court is a significant development in the ongoing debate…
The Supreme Court’s inaction on the South Carolina redistricting case has dealt a severe blow to Black voters’ rights. By allowing a racially gerrymandered district to remain valid for the upcoming election, the court has effectively endorsed voter suppression tactics. This neglect underscores a troubling trend of sidelining marginalized communities’ voices in the political process….
Supreme Court’s Verdict on 2023 Governorship Elections The APC issues a statement acknowledging the Supreme Court’s decisions on election petitions concerning the 2023 governorship elections in eight states. The party expresses satisfaction with the court’s upholding of governorship candidates in Lagos, Ebonyi, and Cross River States. This significant development sets the stage for a comprehensive…
In a pivotal legal development, the Supreme Court has overturned the Appeal Court’s decision to dismiss charges against Nnamdi Kanu, a significant figure in the ongoing legal saga. The Federal Government’s appeal, challenging the prior ruling, has been upheld, setting the stage for a retrial. This ruling marks a critical juncture in the case that…
In a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court, led by Justice Inyang Okoro and a seven-man panel, declared the sustained validity of both the old and redesigned Naira banknotes beyond the initial December 31 deadline. The decision mandates these banknotes to remain in circulation until the Federal Government, in consultation with relevant stakeholders, reaches a conclusive…
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), issued a firm warning to individuals and institutions regarding the non-negotiable nature of court orders. She emphasized the crucial role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law and maintaining order in a democratic society. According to Justice Kekere-Ekun, failure to comply with judicial directives…
Abuja Court of Appeal has taken a significant step towards amending the Electoral Act to protect governors whose deputies have been disqualified. The proposed amendment suggests that a governor whose deputy has been disqualified by a court can still be sworn in and choose a new running mate. This move aims to address the discrepancies…
A French court has seized three jets belonging to the Nigerian government in connection with a longstanding legal battle involving a Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment. The dispute centers around a 2007 contract between Zhongshan and Ogun State in southwestern Nigeria. The agreement was aimed at developing a free-trade zone that would host a…
In a landmark decision, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja annulled the impeachment of Phillip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State. The ruling, delivered on Wednesday, found that the Edo State House of Assembly had not adhered to due process in its impeachment proceedings against Shaibu. Justice Omotosho emphasized…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has taken a decisive step by issuing a bench warrant for the arrest of Dr. Abraham Ehizojie, a medical doctor at the Kuje Correctional Centre. The warrant was issued by Justice Emeka Nwite due to Dr. Ehizojie’s failure to provide a medical report on Binance executive Tygran Gambaryan and…
