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Staff of the Federal Ministry of Justice Abuja, professional colleagues, friends and family Thursday converged to celebrate and share in the happy moment of Mrs Modupe Theresa Ogundoro, a retired …
Staff, colleagues, family celebrate Ogundoro, former director at justice ministry, as she retires Read More
Justice as a fundamental pillar of any society cannot be underestimated. Key aspects of its imperativeness suffice: As it is always said, ‘Justice delayed is justice denied’. This phrase emphasises …
Sokoto’s efforts to revamp judiciary, bolster rule of law Read More
The new Administrator, National Judicial Institute (NJI), Hon. Justice B. A. Adejumo, has resumed officially on Friday. The new helmsman, whose appointment was announced a few weeks ago, was welcomed …
New NJI administrator, Adejumo resumes office, gets warm reception Read More
In recent years, the integrity of Nigeria’s judicial system has faced increasing scrutiny, not just from legal professionals but from the public. Today, many citizens have turned to social media …
Justice on trial: Urgent need for judicial reforms in the age of social media Read More
The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfcPHR) recently conducted dedicated staff training on Professional Ethics and Workplace Etiquette. The training was part of the court ongoing commitment to …
African Court trains staff on professional ethics, mourns judge’s demise Read More
The Electoral Reform Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has formally presented a comprehensive memorandum to the House of Representatives Committee on Electoral Matters. Led by its Chairman, Dr. …
Electoral Act: NBA committee presents recommendations before Reps Read More
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to a comprehensive nuclear test ban through collaboration with the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO). He said this Monday when he received the …
Shettima reveals judiciary central to strong, vibrant capital market, SEC boss charges judges on court rulings Read More
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Hon Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has called for an accountable and efficient financial stewardship within the nation’s judiciary in order to ensure that the scare …
CJN calls for efficient financial stewardship in judiciary Read More
The President Nigeria Society for Criminology (NSC), Professor Oludayo Tade, Monday, advised the judiciary to use non-custodial sentences more for less serious offences. Prof Tade gave the advice in Ibadan …
Use non-custodial sentences for less serious offences, NSC urges judiciary Read More
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has directed Imo state Governor Hope Uzodinma to swear in the most senior judge as the acting Chief Judge. The decision was taken at the …
NJC directs Imo governor to swear in most senior judge as acting CJ Read More
The Supreme Court has again warned against peddling falsehood and mischievous reports by social media users and online platforms against Justices on its bench and the judiciary as an institution. …
Stop falsehood, mischievous report against judiciary, Supreme Court warns Read More
In this piece, KEHINDE OSASONA reminisces on the life and times of a former Chief Justice of Nigeria and a great jurist who just passed. His sojourn The former CJN, …
1936-2025: Life and Times of ex-CJN Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais Read More
The African Court on Human & Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) has elected Honourable Justice Modibo Sacko as its president and Honourable Lady Justice Bensaoula Chafika as the Vice President. While Sacko, …
Sacko in, Aboud out as African Court President Read More
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) on Tuesday suspended its strike, which started on Monday June 3, 2025. JUSUN announced the suspension in a communiqué issued after it met …
Judiciary workers suspend strike Read More
Despite interventions by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and other judiciary stakeholders, the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) made good its threats on Monday when it …
Happening now: Judiciary workers lock High Court, others Read MoreThe Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has ordered its members to commence a nationwide strike action from midnight of June 1, 2025. The directive was contained in a circular …
Nigeria: Judiciary workers declare nationwide strike Read More
The Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) in Anambra state has called on the government and all security agencies to ensure safety for its members and officers in the judicial system to …
NBA to Anambra government: Ensure enhanced protection of members, judicial officers Read MoreThe Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Wednesday assured that the challenges ranging from delays in justice delivery, dwindling public confidence, and resource constraints confronting the judiciary under …
Dwindling confidence, resource constraints confronting judiciary surmountable – CJN Read MoreA valedictory court session in honour of the late Hon. Justice Emmanuel Obioma Ogwuegbu, has been slated for the 14th May, 2025 by the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Ogwuegbu, who died …
S’ Court holds valedictory session in honour of late Justice Ogwuegbu Wednesday Read More
A human rights lawyer and activist, Barr. Christopher Chidera Tuesday called for the sanction of appeal court judges over the abuse of ex parte order to oppress Nigerians. The legal …
Lawyer to NJC: Sanction Appeal court judges for abusing ex parte orders Read More
ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has launched the Coalition on Judicial Aspects for Judicial Reforms (COJAR) to foster a more accountable, transparent, and independent judiciary in Nigeria. COJAR under the CLEAP Justice …
ActionAid launches COJAR to foster independent judiciary system in Nigeria Read MoreDespite exemplifying courage and vibrancy, the Nigerian judicial system still faces criticisms and an endless quest for holistic reforms, KEHINDE OSASONA writes. It would be an understatement to say that …
Has the nation’s judiciary fared well in integrity and delivery? Read MoreThe National Judicial Council (NJC) has cleared the air over a report making the rounds on the appointment of an acting Chief Judge for Imo state, saying the council was …
Imo acting CJ: NJC clears air Read More
Vice President Kashim Shettima has enjoined the nation’s judiciary to remain steadfast in the face of blackmail, saying as custodians of the law, the third arm of government must shun …
Don’t submit to blackmail, Shettima tells judiciary Read More
The Federal High Court sitting at Lokoja on Thursday, 20th March, 20251 granted an interim injunction restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from receiving petition for the purpose of …
Kogi central: Court restrains INEC from receiving petition for recall of Natasha Read More