NGO provides 5,000 free legal services to detainees in Adamawa
The Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) says it has provided over 5,000 pro bono legal services to detainees in Adamawa since 2024, including 3,000 court representations and 2,000 bail…
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Federal High Court Grants ₦5 Million Bail to Journalist and Whistleblower Isaac Bristol
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to journalist and whistleblower Isaac Bristol, identified by the Nigerian police as the person behind the PIDOMNigeria account on X (formerly…
Falana Chambers Secures Bail for VeryDarkMan in Pro Bono Case Against Police
In a significant legal development, Falana & Falana Chambers, led by renowned lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), has secured bail for social media influencer and blogger Martins Vincent Otse, commonly known…
Group Urge National Assembly to Prioritise Electoral Reform
The Youth-led Electoral Reform Project (YERP-Naija) and Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), along with various youth and multi-stakeholder allies from across Nigeria's 36 states, have pledged to support the National Assembly…
NBA Abuja Branch Webinar: Mental Health Awareness for Lawyers
Dear Colleagues, In commemoration of World Mental Health Day, the NBA Abuja Branch Sports & Health Committee is pleased to invite you to a webinar titled "Mental Health Awareness for…
NBA Abuja Branch Young Lawyers Forum Summit
The Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja Branch (Unity Bar) Young Lawyers Forum is pleased to announce its upcoming summit, themed "Limitless Possibilities: Unlocking the Powers of Young Lawyers," scheduled to hold…
Katsina Police Arrest Man for Assault and Attempted Murder of 16-Year-Old Girl
Katsina, Nigeria Katsina State Police Command has apprehended a man in connection with the assault and attempted murder of a 16-year-old girl. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed,…
Wanted Bandit Leader Bello Turji Seeks Surrender After Devastating Losses
Bello Turji, a notorious bandit leader long sought by Nigerian authorities, has expressed his willingness to negotiate a surrender following the recent beheading of over 76 of his key associates,…
Defence Minister Matawalle Pledges to Eradicate Bandits and Criminals in the Northwest
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has reiterated the federal government’s commitment to eradicating banditry, terrorism, and other criminal activities in Nigeria's Northwest region. Matawalle made the pledge…
Opening of the Legal Year at the National Industrial Court of Nigeria
PROTOCOL 1. Today marks a significant milestone in our collective pursuit of justice, fairness, and equality, particularly in labour and industrial relations. It is an honour to stand before you,…
Kenya’s Vice-President Faces Impeachment Over Protests and Corruption Allegations
Kenya’s Vice President, Rigathi Gachagua, is embroiled in impeachment proceedings initiated by the national assembly following allegations that he supported violent anti-government protests in June. In addition to these accusations,…
Ekiti VIO Director Warns Against Impact of Court Ruling on Road Safety
The Director of Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) in Ekiti State, Engr. Olawale Ayegbusi has raised alarms over the potential adverse effects on transport safety following a recent high court ruling…
Rivers State Governor Establishes Judicial Commission of Inquiry Following Violent Attacks on LGA Offices
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has instituted a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the recent arson, killings, and destruction of property at several Local Government Council headquarters. This decision…
NCC Retracts Statement Threatening Starlink Over Subscription Fee Increase
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has withdrawn its earlier statement regarding Starlink, in which it threatened to sanction the company for an unauthorized increase in subscription fees. On Tuesday, the…
EFCC Chairman Highlights Court Orders Hindering Anti-Corruption Efforts
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has expressed concern that court cases obstruct the agency's ability to perform its duties effectively. Speaking at the…
HURMA Petitions AGF Over Alleged Illegal Prosecution of ACADIP Leader, Others
A civil society group, the Human Rights Monitoring Agenda (HURMA), has raised concerns over the alleged illegal prosecution of Alhaji Yusuf Adepoju, leader of the Academy of Islamic Propagation (ACADIP),…
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