Nigeria's Court of Appeal has upheld a 490-year prison sentence handed to Robert Orya, former Managing Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank, over an alleged N2.4 billion fraud, according to PM News. Orya led NEXIM Bank between 2009 and 2016. The appellate court's decision affirms the earlier conviction, bringing a long-running high-profile financial crimes case closer to conclusion. Further details on the charges or possible further appeals were not provided.

Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, a 42-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a United States District Court in Tacoma, Washington, for his role in an online romance scam that defrauded victims of over $3.5 million.

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.

A US judge has sentenced a prominent Nigerian politician to five years in prison, detailing the nature of his offenses and the consequences of his actions. This development has created tension within Nigeria, reflecting the politician's influence and popularity.

Mnikelwa Nxele, the KwaZulu-Natal Correctional Services Commissioner, has been granted bail set at R50 000 following fraud charges against him. The decision was made on June 24, 2026.

Former Benue State governor Samuel Ortom has accused his successor, Governor Hyacinth Alia, of running the state with lies and hypocrisy, according to Vanguard. Ortom said he challenged the seizure of his vehicles in court and won, with the court ordering the vehicles' return and awarding him ₦5 million in damages. The dispute marks a continuing political feud between the former governor and the current administration in Benue State, Nigeria.