Gabriel Olayinka, a journalist from Taraba State, has been in prison for six months without a substantive trial. However, the Upper Area Court II in Jalingo has scheduled a hearing for his case on July 2, 2026, providing him an opportunity to defend himself. This situation has led to increased public outcry regarding his prolonged incarceration.

The Federal High Court in the state capital has once again prohibited journalists from entering the courtroom during the trial of former governor Nasir El’Rufai. El’Rufai arrived at the court under security escort as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) continues its case against him regarding alleged financial misconduct.

Justice Yusuf Halilu of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial-within-trial concerning the alleged ₦109 billion fraud involving former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) Idris. The adjournment took place on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as the court continues to address the case.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled a ruling for June 30, 2026, regarding Omoyele Sowore's application to restore his bail and overturn a bench warrant issued against him. The matter was adjourned by Justice Mohammed Umar after the involved parties presented their arguments.

At a press conference in Lagos, a group of lawyers led by Liborous Oshoma urged President Tinubu to ensure justice in the case of former minister Uche Nnaji. They praised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for initiating an investigation but expressed concerns over delays in the judicial process, calling for prompt action to bring Nnaji to justice.

The Kano State High Court has adjourned the trial of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje and seven others, who are facing charges of misappropriation of public funds, until October 14, 2025. The charges include bribery, conspiracy, and diversion of public funds, with Ganduje and his wife, Hafsat Umar, among those accused.