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Dear Colleagues, The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) hereby invites members to submit nominations of suitably qualified candidates for appointment as Judges of the Federal High Court. This follows the official communication from the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Hon. Justice John T. Tsoho, regarding the appointment of six (6) new Judges to the Bench. The specified states for consideration are: In line with the NJC Guidelines and Procedural Rules for the appointment of Judicial Officers, the NBA is expected to recommend qualified candidates for onward submission to the Honourable Chief Judge. We, therefore, urge members to identify…

The Federal High Court has announced its 2025 Easter Vacation and Roster for Vacation Judges. This is contained in a circular signed by the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho. According to the statement, the Court shall proceed on its Easter Vacation from Wednesday the 16th day of April, 2025 to Monday the 28th day of April, 2025. This is Pursuant to the provisions of Order 46, Rule 4 (C) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2019 (as amended). The Court resumes sitting on Tuesday, 29th April, 2025 in all Judicial…

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has congratulated Kabir Akanbi, Esq. on his appointment as the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. In an official statement, the NBA president wished him success, wisdom, and strength as he takes on this significant responsibility. READ BELOW>>>>>>>> CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE FROM THE NBA PRESIDENT TO KABIR AKANBI ON HIS APPOINTMENT AS CHIEF REGISTRAR OF THE SUPREME COURT Dear Mr. Kabir Akanbi, The NBA congratulates you on your well-deserved appointment as the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Your elevation to this esteemed position is…

A Dubai court has sentenced Abdulrahman Bashar, the owner of Rahmaniya Group and Ultimate Oil & Gas, to one year in prison for financial crimes linked to his dealings with CI Energy Company, an oil and gas firm. This marks the second time in less than five years that the Nigerian billionaire has been sentenced to jail, following a ten-month imprisonment ordered by a UK court in 2020. According to court documents reviewed by PREMIUM TIMES, the UAE court issued its verdict on January 30, 2025, after Mr. Bashar, 48, failed to appear for trial despite being officially notified. Charges…

The Supreme Court has announced a 30 day grace period for counsel to apply for extension of time to file processes in pending appeals. This was stated in a public notice dated 4th February, 2025, signed by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court Hajo Sarki Bello, Esq. RE: TRANSITIONAL PERIOD FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ORDER 4, RULE 15 OF THE SUPREME COURT RULES, 2024

INTRODUCTION In Nigeria, the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), established by the constitution, plays a crucial responsibility in upholding strong ethical principles within governmental affairs[1]. Central to its mandate is the meticulous review of asset declarations submitted by public officers and the initiation of legal actions through the Code of Conduct Tribunal in cases of breaches. Embedded in Part 1 of the Fifth Schedule of the 1999 Constitution, the Code of Conduct mandates that public officers steer clear of scenarios where personal interests may intersect with official responsibilities. This framework aims to uphold exemplary ethical conduct in government operations, ensuring…

President Bola Tinubu has set up an inter-ministerial committee to investigate allegations of telecom providers linking National Identification Numbers to subscribers’ lines without their consent. The Impeccable sources in the Presidency told our correspondent that Tinubu gave the directive on Tuesday during the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja. The committee has the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo; Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu; Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani and the Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Nentawe Yilwatda. Tinubu, who listened to a briefing by the Minister of Interior, directed…

Imo State is on the verge of appointing a new Chief Judge, as Governor Hope Uzodimma has directed the newly formed Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to begin the selection process. At a recent meeting in the New Exco Chambers of the Government House, Owerri, the Governor reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring effective justice delivery in the State. Uzodimma explained that the removal of the former Chief Judge by the Nigeria Judicial Council (NJC) was based on certain circumstances and underscored the vital role of the JSC in overseeing the conduct of Judges. He emphasized the importance of purging the judiciary…

A disturbing trend has emerged, threatening the fabric of society. Fake marriage certificates, obtained for various reasons, have become a growing concern. Behind the facade of matrimony, individuals seek to exploit the system for immigration benefits, financial gains, social status, and legal convenience. I present news like rap music to keep young people informed – Joshua Gapsiso0:00 / 0:00 But little do they know, this deceitful path leads to severe consequences. Option For Tayo, hiring the service of a marriage agent firm to obtain a certificate was the only option to live and work freely in America and the United…

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division has affirmed the January 18, 2018 order by Justice Abdu Kafarati of the Federal High Court, Abuja proscribing the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and designating it a terrorist organisation. A unanimous judgment of a three-member panel of Justices of the appellate court delivered on Thursday, held that the Federal Government acted lawfully in proscribing the group, whose activities threatened the nation’s continued existence and the security of citizens. In the lead judgment, Justice Hamma Barka resolved all the issues raised for determination against the appellant – IPOB declared the appeal unmeritorious and dismissed…