CJN outlines roles of law in nation-building as NIALS confers honorary fellowships on ex-AGFs, others
NIALS said they were honoured for their contributions to the development of Nigerian law and jurisprudence, legal education and justice ...
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EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian court freezes Jeremiah Useni’s controversial London property once claimed by Ozekhome
The Nigerian government ultimately seeks to secure the final forfeiture of the controversial asset acquired by Jeremiah Useni in 1993.
Tinubu urges judges to safeguard integrity, restore public confidence in judiciary
President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the judiciary with the resources it needs to function effectively.
Lawyers’ coalition petitions CJN over Imo law taking away acting chief judge’s key role
The coalition of lawyers, including senior advocates, threatened to take legal action if the CJN fails to act.
CJN to swear in 57 new SANs as Supreme Court opens new legal year
The CJN will deliver a 'State of the Judiciary Address' during the event, which will also mark the beginning of ...
LPPC names 57 lawyers for SAN rank
The shortlist was approved at the 169th plenary session of the LPPC chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), ...
NJC places industrial court judge under three-year promotion ban, issues warning to four others
NJC said the industrial court judge acted improperly by an order he issued against a state government.
JUSUN chapters withdraw from planned federal judiciary workers strike
The national headquarters of JUSUN had directed its members in all federal courts and judicial institutions nationwide to withdraw their ...
NJC seeks public comments on 82 candidates shortlisted for judicial positions
“However, henceforth, the Federal Judicial Service Commission, all Judicial Service Commissions or Committee of the FCT, shall publish the names ...
IPI Nigeria appoints Idris, Garba Shehu, Egbemode, Ohwahwa, 25 others to committees
The committees are Fundraising, Programming, Advocacy, and Membership, each comprising seasoned industry professionals.
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Shettima warns against judicial blackmail, CJN, Fashola call for reforms
Mr Shettima described the judiciary as a critical pillar of Nigeria’s sovereignty and warned against any attempt to manipulate the ...
Judiciary in 2024: Leadership transition, conflicting decisions, landmark judgements, other defining developments
PREMIUM TIMES examines the major events that defined the judiciary over the past year and how these events will shape ...
Ensure your actions are beyond reproach, CJN Kekere-Ekun admonishes Nigerian judges
The CJN spoke at a conference of the Justices of the Court of Appeal in Abuja on Monday.
NJC sets up panel to investigate conflicting court decisions on Rivers political crisis
Conflicting court rulings are a recurring issue that significantly undermine public confidence in Nigeria’s judiciary.
CJN calls for reform of Nigeria’s criminal justice system
“Technology, if effectively harnessed, offers a powerful tool for enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in the criminal justice process,” the ...
CJN to swear in 87 new SANs, as Supreme Court marks beginning of new legal year
The statement said the proceedings are scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Supreme Court's main courtroom.
Akpabio asks new CJN to punish lawyers who criticise judiciary, comment on cases on TV, social media
Mr Akpabio said the comments and analyses of the lawyers tend to influence the final outcome of those cases. And ...
Senate confirms Kekere-Ekun as CJN
Mrs Kekere-Ekun succeeds Olukayode Ariwoola, who retired recently as CJN
Restoring public confidence in Nigerian judiciary tops Kekere-Ekun’s agenda as CJN
Among other promises, Ms Kekere-Ekun committed to restoring public confidence in the Nigerian judiciary.
Appeal Court to hear former CJN Onnoghen’s appeal against CCT conviction
Former CJN Onnoghen contends that the CCT erred in law by dismissing lawyers’ key submissions questioning the validity of the ...
LPPC shortlists 87 lawyers for SAN rank
The list of new SAN designates was approved at the LPPC's 164th plenary meeting, chaired by the Chief Justice of ...
CJN to swear in new judges for FCT High Court
This inauguration follows NJC's recommendation of the candidates for appointment in May.
NJC sanctions two judges, announces fresh probes, new appointments (FULL LIST)
The NJC set up panels to probe petitions of misconduct against some judges.
We must treat kidnappers as terrorists – Tinubu
"We must treat kidnappers as terrorists. They are cowardly. They have been degraded. They look for soft targets. They go ...
CJN to earn N64m annually as Tinubu increases judicial officers’ remuneration
Also, the President of the Court of Appeal is to earn N62.4 million annually while the justices of the Supreme ...
