57 h. ago Prada Uzodimma, bridging the worlds of law, education, and social justice

Prada O. Uzodimma, Esq., is a distinguished Nigerian legal practitioner, visionary entrepreneur, and award-winning social impact leader whose work bridges read more Prada Uzodimma, bridging the worlds of law, education, and social justice

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2 d. ago Elevating Governance Among Nigerian SMEs: Analysis of the FRCN’s corporate governance guidelines for SMEs

Introduction On May 30, 2024, the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN), issued the SME Corporate Governance Guidelines 2024 (SME read more Elevating Governance Among Nigerian SMEs: Analysis of the FRCN’s corporate governance guidelines for SMEs

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8 d. ago Institutionalise legal framework to enhance professional standards, Gombe gov tasks builders

Tribune Online Institutionalise legal framework to enhance professional standards, Gombe gov tasks builders Gombe Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has challenged the Nigerian Institute of Builders to institutionalise a legal framework that will... Institutionalise legal framework to enhance professional standards, Gombe gov tasks builders Tribune Online

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9 d. ago WISCAR targets gender parity in Nigeria’s legal profession with mentorship initiative

The Women in Successful Careers (WISCAR), has initiated the mentorship advancement for gender inclusion in the legal profession through the read more WISCAR targets gender parity in Nigeria’s legal profession with mentorship initiative

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1 week ago STRIDE Campaign calls for collective action for gender parity

The STRIDE Campaign is championing gender parity and inclusion, calling for collective action to tackle the challenges confronting Nigerian women. read more STRIDE Campaign calls for collective action for gender parity

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1 week ago Cubana Chief Priest Drags Alleged Kenyan Baby Mama To Court Amid Paternity Dispute

Popular Nigerian socialite, Cubana Chief Priest, has taken legal action against his alleged Kenyan baby mama, Helen Atti, as tensions continue to rise over an ongoing paternity battle. The lawsuit, reportedly filed in Kenya, follows Helen’s demand for a DNA test to confirm whether Cubana Chief Priest, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, is the […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Drags Alleged Kenyan Baby Mama To Court Amid Paternity Dispute appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago CJN urges Judges to stay ahead in crypto, DeFi legal landscape

Tribune Online CJN urges Judges to stay ahead in crypto, DeFi legal landscape The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Hon. Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, has called on Nigerian judicial officers to remain proactive and informed on emerging financial innovations—especially cryptocurrency and decentralised finance (DeFi)... CJN urges Judges to stay ahead in crypto, DeFi legal landscape Tribune Online

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1 week ago Osun LG Crisis: Adeleke restates commitment to peaceful resolution, vows to pursue legal means

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has restated his commitment to pursue resolution of the Osun local government crisis to a logical conclusion through legal means. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Sunday evening, Adeleke congratulated the people of Osun over the recent Court of Appeal judgement. He hailed […] The post Osun LG Crisis: Adeleke restates commitment to peaceful resolution, vows to pursue legal means appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago LAWGAN tasks stakeholders with enviable legal education in Nigeria

Tribune Online LAWGAN tasks stakeholders with enviable legal education in Nigeria The Law Graduates’ Association of Nigeria (LAWGAN) has tasked Nigerian law schools, the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Council of Legal Education (CLE), the Body of Benchers (BOB), and other relevant stakeholders with ensuring adequate facilities at law faculties and schools for enviable legal education and practice in Nigeria. This charge was contained in a […] LAWGAN tasks stakeholders with enviable legal education in Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Free speech: Lawyer, Adeyanju faults criminalization of defamation 

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Human Rights Lawyer and Activist, Deji Adeyanju, has faulted the criminalization of defamation, tasking President Bola Tinubu to address the legal cap, to ensure freedom before and after speech in Nigeria. Adeyanju who made this call on Saturday in Abuja while reacting to the President recent visit to Benue and Kaduna […] The post Free speech: Lawyer, Adeyanju faults criminalization of defamation  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago From policy to practice: Realising Nigeria’s arbitration ambitions

Nigeria recently included its name in the discourse on favourable seats for arbitration with the enactment of the Arbitration and read more From policy to practice: Realising Nigeria’s arbitration ambitions

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2 w. ago Some lawyers chose to become facilitators in obstructing justice – ICPC boss

By John Ogunsemore The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu has expressed concern over growing ethical crisis in the legal profession. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria cited instances of professional misconduct, delay tactics in court processes, and the misuse of legal procedures to frustrate anti-corruption […] The post Some lawyers chose to become facilitators in obstructing justice – ICPC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report

Tribune Online Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report land disputes and domestic violence emerged as the most widespread and persistent legal problems affecting Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report Tribune Online

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3 w. ago SunTrust Bank Refutes Custody Claims, Recommits To Uninterrupted Operations

SunTrust Bank Nigeria Limited has addressed the widespread reports concerning the legal proceedings involving its managing director and executive director, clarifying that both executives are not in custody and that the bank’s operations remain fully uninterrupted. The clarification comes in the wake of news reports detailing the arraignment of the executives by the Economic and […]

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3 w. ago Competing with International Firms: Strategies for local law firms

INTRODUCTION As Nigeria’s legal industry continues to evolve, local law firms face increasing pressure from international players. The liberalisation of read more Competing with International Firms: Strategies for local law firms

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3 w. ago D’banj Confirms Legal Action As Marc Anthony Uses ‘Oliver Twist’ In Album Without Permission

Nigerian Afrobeats star D’banj has disclosed that his legal team has reached out to legendary American singer Marc Anthony over the unauthorised sampling of his hit track ‘Oliver Twist’. Marc Anthony incorporated elements of D’banj’s 2012 hit Oliver Twist into the lead and self-titled track of his 2024 album, Muevense, without prior clearance. Speaking in […] The post D’banj Confirms Legal Action As Marc Anthony Uses ‘Oliver Twist’ In Album Without Permission appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Commercialisation of image rights: Are images protected in Nigeria?

Tribune Online Commercialisation of image rights: Are images protected in Nigeria? Using peoples’ image without consent is considered a normal trend by many people in Nigeria but this seems to be a norm that may be faced out with the commercialisation of image rights by celebrities which will make it difficult to use their image without payment, ADEOLA OJO in this report explores analyze the legal […] Commercialisation of image rights: Are images protected in Nigeria? Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Ten tech innovators emerge in ‘Justice TechNG Hackathon’ to improve Nigeria’s legal system

Ten startups out of 82 that applied in the Justice Tech NG Hackathon and Accelerator 2025 have emerged winners of read more Ten tech innovators emerge in ‘Justice TechNG Hackathon’ to improve Nigeria’s legal system

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4 w. ago LP Mourns Late CJN Uwais, Seeks Implementation Of Report On Electoral Reforms

The Labour Party (LP) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Hon. Justice Mohammed Uwais, describing him as “a shining beacon of integrity” and a rare gem in Nigeria’s legal history. In a condolence message personally signed by the Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi […]

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