Former Big Brother Naija winner Whitemoney has threatened legal action against actor Uche Maduagwu after Maduagwu described him as an outcast. Whitemoney made the threat in an Instagram video on Tuesday, responding to a video in which Maduagwu accused him of gossiping about him, according to the Daily Post. The exchange between the two Nigerian entertainment figures played out publicly on social media.

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has announced plans to sue religious leader Primate Elijah Ayodele for N10 billion for alleged defamatory remarks. Kwankwaso, through his legal representatives, claims that the cleric made false statements that could damage his reputation.

Abayomi Arabambi, the National Vice Chairman (South-West) of the Labour Party, has issued a demand for a public retraction, an apology, and N50 billion in compensation from Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). This demand stems from an alleged defamatory statement made by Obi during a podcast interview. A letter from Neplus Ultra Attorneys outlines the ultimatum, giving Obi seven days to respond.

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has expressed its commitment to pursuing legal action to protect its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, against what it calls false and defamatory claims. In a statement released to the Daily Post, spokesperson Habeeb Sale Mohammed emphasized the importance of democratic engagement while asserting that criticism must not cross into defamation.

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has threatened to sue Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, for alleged defamatory remarks. According to a letter dated June 11, 2026, shared by Kwankwaso’s media aide, his legal team has accused Ayodele of making damaging comments.

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has demanded N10 billion in compensation and an apology from Nigeria's Minister of Defence over an alleged defamatory publication, according to ThisDay Live. El-Rufai has also threatened legal action if his demands are not met. The report, filed from Abuja, did not detail the content of the publication in question or the minister's response.