Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi has stressed the significance of all parties respecting the Federal High Court’s ruling in the ongoing emirship dispute between Aminu Ado Bayero and Muhammadu Sanusi II. He urged all involved parties to think creatively and work towards a peaceful settlement, emphasizing that adherence to the rule of law is essential for…
President Biden has unleashed a fiery condemnation of an Alabama court’s recent ruling, which deems frozen embryos as “people,” asserting that it is a direct consequence of the repeal of Roe v. Wade. In a stern statement, Biden squarely placed the blame on the policies of former President Donald Trump, highlighting the detrimental impact on…
In a blow to former President Donald Trump, the federal appeals court in D.C. has refused to rehear arguments related to the standing gag order imposed on him in the special counsel’s January 6th case. This decision marks another setback in Trump’s ongoing legal battles, adding to his historic losing streak. The gag order, originally…
Trump Supporters: In a surprising turn of events, the Rupert Murdoch-owned New York Post recently released results from a YouGov poll indicating that 54% of participants “strongly” or “somewhat” approve of the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove former President Donald Trump from presidential primary ballots. This decision, based on Section 3 of the 14th…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja made a pivotal decision, overturning the prior nullification of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s election in Nasarawa State. The three-member panel of justices unanimously voided the Nasarawa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal’s verdict, which had removed Governor Sule from office under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Justice Uchechukwu Onuemenam, delivering the…
Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) in Abuja has ruled to dismiss the case filed by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) seeking to nullify President Bola Tinubu’s election.
On Wednesday, the Senate affirmed its alignment with the July 11, 2024, Supreme Court judgment, which granted full financial autonomy to the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria. The court’s decision was a landmark victory for local governments, ensuring their financial independence and reducing their reliance on state governments. However, the Senate expressed disapproval…
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on Thursday, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to hold the scheduled local government election on Saturday, October 5, despite significant opposition from allies of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Governor Fubara made it clear during a stakeholders’ meeting that any attempts to disrupt the election would not be tolerated, stressing that maintaining…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sought the Senate’s approval to confirm Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the permanent Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). This request follows the retirement of her predecessor, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who recently stepped down from the position. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s letter was presented to the Senate by its President, Godswill…
Nigeria’s judiciary reached a pivotal moment on Friday, August 23, with the historic appointment of Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). As only the second female to hold this prestigious position, Justice Kekere-Ekun’s elevation follows the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, signifying a remarkable step forward in gender representation within…
