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A Lagos State High Court has issued a restraining order against the Lagos State Government, preventing it from taking control of an estate owned by an 80-year-old widow in Lekki. This decision will remain in effect until further hearings are conducted.
A court in Delta has sentenced Akpobor Erhianor and Tibra Cornelius to death for their involvement in armed robberies and murder. They were the 2nd and 3rd defendants in a case against them and two others, Edafe Adu and Oghenewegba Cadeton, related to a series of violent crimes in the state, as per charge No. EHC/19C/2023.
A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has sentenced 25-year-old Jerry Njoku to seven years in prison with hard labour for defiling a ten-year-old girl. The trial judge, Justice Rita Oguguo, stated that the prosecution successfully proved the case of defilement against Njoku, leading to the sentencing.
A Federal High Court in Minna, Niger State, has postponed a suit regarding the selection of Prof. Yakubu Mohammed Auna as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Magama/Rijau Federal Constituency. The case, brought by Alhaji Shehu Samaila Auna, is set to be heard again on July 9, 2026, as it seeks to nullify Auna's candidacy ahead of the 2027 general election.
The Chief Magistrate Court in Uyo has remanded Barr. Ewa Okpo, the Akwa Ibom State Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), due to allegations of defamation against former senator Barr. Effiong Bob. The case has been transferred to the Federal High Court in Abuja after the magistrate court determined it lacked jurisdiction over the matter.
A fraud suspect is set to appear in Brits Court following the seizure of identification documents and bank cards during a roadside inspection operation conducted by traffic officers, according to SABC News.
Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly fitting illegal blue lights to a private vehicle. They are set to appear before the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on Monday, 6 July, according to The Citizen.
The Interim National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Tanimu Turaki, has addressed concerns from party aspirants regarding their lack of access to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) code. The faction is currently involved in legal proceedings, as stated by the party's representatives in Abuja.
Jim Obaze has called for the prosecution of former President Buhari and Boss Mustapha in connection with the alleged theft of $6.2 million from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). During court proceedings, evidence was presented, including letters and an extrajudicial statement from Mustapha, asserting that neither he nor Buhari were aware of a prior directive for the fund's release.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned Emeka Ike's N10 billion fundamental rights suit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka to July 22, 2026, due to the absence of INEC representatives in court.
The Federal High Court in Gombe has postponed the lawsuit regarding the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Gombe South Senatorial District to July 22, 2026. On this date, both parties will present their final written addresses before a judgment is made. The case is presided over by Justice Amina Aliyu Mohammed, following a suit filed by Hon. Bilyaminu.
The International Crimes Division of the High Court in Kampala has determined that three individuals accused of the murder of Joan Kagezi, an Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions, have a case to answer. This ruling follows the court's evaluation of evidence presented by witnesses regarding the murder that occurred on March 30, 2015.
Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has requested the court to dismiss Zakhem's claim for $84.1 million, which includes $19 million in alleged unpaid contractual dues and $65.1 million in interest. KPC argues that the claim is legally untenable as the matters were previously resolved through earlier litigation, negotiated settlements, and a consent judgment.
Chris Obore, the Director of Communications for Parliament, along with six other senior officials, has been remanded in custody by the Anti-Corruption Court in Wandegeya until July 7, 2026. They face charges of embezzlement, money laundering, and other corruption-related offenses, with prosecutors alleging the illegal misappropriation of Shs30 billion.
The Chief Magistrate’s Court at Makindye has postponed a case against former Lord Mayor Elias Lukwago, who is charged with misprision of treason, to next week. This decision follows a notification from prison authorities stating that Lukwago is currently hospitalized at Mulago National Referral Hospital for specialized treatment, preventing his appearance in court.
Matlala appeared in the Pretoria Commercial Crimes Court regarding allegations of irregularities in the awarding of a R228 million contract to Medicare24 by the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Lawyers representing Melody’s Farm Ltd have accused Philemon Asonye Ogbonna, the Abia State commissioner for Environment and Solid Minerals Resources, of trying to reopen a case against the poultry farm despite the company holding a valid environmental certificate and having multiple court cases pending on the issue. This accusation was made in a letter dated June 15, 2026, addressed to the commissioner.
A court has decided to expedite the trial of a journalist from Taraba who has been in detention for six months. During the hearing, prosecuting counsel Barr. D.G. Tukura requested that specific bank documents and account statements from three banks be presented to the court along with PIN witnesses.
Alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala is scheduled to appear in the Commercial Crimes Court, where a possible plea deal may be discussed. This appearance marks a significant development in his ongoing legal proceedings.
Hauwa Ishaku, a 38-year-old businesswoman, and Chucks Benson, a 73-year-old driver, have been arraigned in a Life Camp Chief Magistrates’ Court in Abuja for allegedly causing a road accident. They were charged by the police with driving without care and causing an accident. The defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.
A court has decided to expedite the trial of a journalist from Taraba who has been in detention for six months. During the hearing, prosecuting counsel Barr. D.G. Tukura requested that specific bank documents and account statements from three banks be presented to the court along with PIN witnesses.