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The Yoruba Nation Self-Determination Movement has described the Sultan of Sokoto, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III’s recent call for the imposition of Sharia law in Yorubaland as “disrespectful”. The secessionist group stated this in a statement, signed by its leader Professor Banji Akintoye, arguing that no Islamic provisions mandate Yoruba Muslims to accept Sultan as […]

The Police Force Headquarters in Abuja has issued a directive mandating the immediate retirement of officers who have served for more than 35 years or are over 60 years old, in line with civil service regulations. This directive was contained in a wireless message dated February 10, 2025, and addressed to all zonal and state […]

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has suspended implementation of the 4 per cent charge on the Free On-Board (FOB) value of imports. The Spokesman of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. According to him, the FOB charge essential to drive the effective operation of the service is […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the National Policy on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) 2024, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a leading hub for arbitration and ADR in Africa and beyond. The policy, approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on July 15, 2024, seeks to address longstanding challenges in […]

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, came under fire on Tuesday as the Senate expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigeria Police Force’s explanation regarding 3,907 assault rifles and pistols allegedly missing from its armory as of January 2020. The Senate insisted that the police must account for the missing arms and ammunition. During an appearance […]

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, on Tuesday inaugurated the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) Ministerial Committee, aimed at curbing corruption across both the public and private sectors. Speaking at the inauguration, Fagbemi described corruption as a major obstacle to Nigeria’s national development goals, stressing that it has significantly […]

The Katsina State Chief Judge (CJ), Justice Musa Danladi Abubakar, has approved the immediate constitution of local government election tribunals ahead of the February 15 council polls in the state. The tribunals, according to Tuesday’s statement by the Chief Registrar of the state High Court, Mustapha Hassan-Ruma, will hear and determine petitions that may arise […]

There was chaos at the Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, after a yet-to-be-identified female student attacked and bit a lecturer during a heated altercation. The incident, which occurred on campus, stemmed from an argument after the lecturer, identified as Dr. Chukwudi Michael, interrupted the student while she was recording a dance video in […]

Justice John Tsoho, Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, has announced that the court will begin its annual Easter vacation on April 16. The break, which will last until April 28, is part of the court’s yearly schedule to allow judges and staff time to observe the holiday and rest before resuming […]

*Argues That Three Members Can Carry Out Legislative Functions Renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has clarified that the Supreme Court’s dismissal of an appeal filed by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara did not determine the legitimacy of the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The appeal, […]

Mr. Kabir Akanbi has been appointed as the new Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. This  appointment comes as a recognition of his dedication, competence, and exemplary service to the judiciary over the years. Akanbi’s appointment to this esteemed position highlights his strong track record in the administration of justice and his commitment […]

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has imposed a moratorium on the establishment of new private universities in Nigeria for one year, effective Monday, February 10, 2025. The Commission is also in the process of reviewing the guidelines for the establishment of private universities in Nigeria to ensure that newly licensed institutions are well-positioned to meet […]