March 27
Nigeria: Contempt - NBA Cautions Judges Against Bullying Lawyers, Orders Boycott of Rivers Judge's Court
"The use of contempt powers in circumstances that do not clearly amount to obstruction of justice creates an atmosphere of intimidation and amounts to judicial bullying," the NBA… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Probes Alleged Extrajudicial Killing in Maiduguri
Social media posts alleged that Mr Mustapha, also known as Abchin, was unarmed and returning from a Sallah visit when he was killed. Read more »
Nigeria: Aisha Achimugu's Firm Reacts to $13m Forfeiture Judgement
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the final forfeiture of the$13 million to the federal government on Wednesday, citing the fraudulent origin of the funds. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Army Arrests Suspects, Rescues Kidnap Victim in North-Central Operations
The operations, carried out between 24 and 26 March, were part of ongoing pre-wet season offensives aimed at clearing criminal elements from farming communities Read more »
March 26
Nigeria: Kemi Badenoch Says UK Should've Voted Against UN Resolution Condemning Slavery, Demanding Reparations
In a post on X, she said, "Russia, China, and Iran vote with others to demand trillions in reparations from UK taxpayers...and the Labour government abstain!" Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders INEC to Let Grip Complete Registration As Political Party
The court said INEC had illegally shut out GRIP from the party registration process. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos CP Tijani Fatai Vows Tougher Fight Against Crime, Warns Officers Against Brutality
The new commissioner assumes office amid heightened scrutiny of the command, following allegations of police brutality and human rights violations under Mr Jimoh. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Frees Ex-Minister Stella Oduah From N2.5bn Fraud Charges After Settlement With Nigerian Govt
The court freed Ms Oduah and a co-defendant following a deal their lawyers struck with the prosecution. Read more »
Nigeria: Kwara Polytechnic - Calm Restored After EFCC Operation Caused Violence
Students set fire to tyres and blocked some roads hindering vehicular and human movements. Authorities of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, have assured of restoration of calm… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Reaffirms Oversight, Assures Stability of Union Bank After Court Ruling
"As the apex regulatory authority, the CBN remains committed to acting in accordance with its mandate and established legal processes," the statement read. Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Under Probe As EFCC Links 'Aisha Achimugu's Forfeited $13m' to Lagos Contractors
On Wednesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered a permanent forfeiture of $13 million belonging to Aisha Achimugu's firm. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Terror Suspect Reportedly Admits Spying On U.S., Israeli Embassies for Iran
"The act of involvement of non-military personnel in surveillance, recruitment of persons and even weapon handling amounts to the act of terrorism." Read more »
March 25
Nigeria: How 10 Security Officers, Civilians Were Killed in Kebbi Ambush - Official
PREMIUM TIMES reported that the security personnel were reportedly on a mission to monitor and curb insurgent activities in the region when their vehicle was attacked. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Nullifies CBN's Takeover of Union Bank, Says Regulator Acted Beyond Powers
The court nullified the entire regulatory intervention, including capitalisation process carried out by the CBN-appointed interim board. Read more »
Nigeria: El-Rufai Objects to Appointment of Judge in ICPC Corruption Case
The defence argued that a conflict of interest may occur because a petition previously filed by Mr El-Rufai against the judge is currently pending before the National Judicial… Read more »
Nigeria: Sowore in Hot Exchange With SAN Over Granting Interview Inside Courtroom, NBA Reacts
The NBA weighed in on the controversy on Wednesday following the tense exchange between Mr Sowore and a senior advocate, who tackled the activist for granting an interview to… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Final Forfeiture of $13m Linked to Socialite Aisha Achimugu's Company
The EFCC gave details of the shady origin of the $13 million in court documents seeking final forfeiture of the funds to the federal government. Read more »
Nigeria: Three Killed, Many Injured As Violence Erupts in Nasarawa Community
The incident, which occurred around 9 a.m. in the Aso A area of the community on Wednesday, reportedly began as a dispute between a mobile police officer and a herder Read more »
Nigeria: A Festival or a Culture of Rape?
Until something changes, the next Ozoro is already forming, and the conditions that enable men to harm without consequence remain firmly in place. Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity and the Imperative of State Police in Nigeria
If Nigeria is to confront its escalating insecurity with seriousness and resolve, the creation of state police must move from rhetoric to reality. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Man for Criticizing Government in Niger State
Hamisu Abdullahi allegedly shouted "No water, no light" during Governor Mohammed Bago's visit to Suleja Read more »
March 24
Nigeria: NHRC Demands Prosecution of Perpetrators of Delta Sexual Assaults
The NHRC described the sexual assault incident in Delta State as "unacceptable and the height of barbarism in the modern world." Read more »
Nigeria: ICRC, Nigerian Red Cross Speak On Allegations of Supporting Armed Groups in Northern Nigeria
In a statement released on Tuesday, both organisations described the allegations as "false" and warned that such misinformation could undermine their humanitarian mission and deny… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Police Redeploys Senior Officers, Many AIG, CPs Affected
According to the police, the reorganisation is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, reinforcing leadership capacity, and ensuring a more effective command structure through… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders El-Rufai's Remand After Arraignment On Corruption Charges
The judge ordered Mr El-Rufai and his co-defendant to be remanded in custody pending the hearing of their bail applications. Read more »
