The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has affirmed the legality and validity of the 2025 elective National Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which produced Dr. Kabiru Turaki as the party’s substantive National Chairman. In a detailed judgment delivered on Friday, Justice Ladiran Akintola upheld the convention in its entirety, ruling that it was conducted in strict compliance with the relevant constitutional provisions and statutory regulations governing […]

Nigeria’s political landscape has been thrust into intense debate following the recent passage and assent of the Electoral Act 2026, which has prompted strong reactions from opposition parties and led the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to revise its electoral calendar for the 2027 general elections. The adjustments introduced by lawmakers in the new Act, which repeals the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022, have generated widespread discussion on the […]

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, bail set at N200 million in their ongoing trial for alleged terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms. The charges were brought against them by the Department of State Services (DSS), and the bail ruling was issued on Friday by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. Despite the bail grant, the […]

Justice Hussaini Belgore of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has formally recused himself from presiding over the fundamental human rights enforcement suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The decision comes as Justice Belgore cited the need to commence impending leave, which necessitates stepping aside from ongoing judicial responsibilities. Following his withdrawal, the case file has been returned to the office of the Chief Judge of the […]