Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the formation of a Committee to investigate the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki over its failure to swear in 14 elected lawmakers for the 7th Edo State Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Okpebholo revealed this decision during his inaugural address as the newly elected governor of … Read more
The Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Justice Oyewole Adeyeye, has passed away at 64 after a brief illness. According to reports, he died on Monday, November 4, 2024, at a tertiary health facility in Ekiti State, though official details on the circumstances of his passing remain undisclosed. Sources close to the family indicate that he … Read more
The Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Abdu-Aboki, issued an order on Monday to release 37 inmates from the Goron Dutse Medium Security Custodial Centre. This decision is part of ongoing efforts to alleviate overcrowding in the state’s correctional facilities. The Chief Judge’s directive was primarily influenced by two key factors: the deteriorating health … Read more
Former Kaduna State Chief Judge, Justice Tanimu Zailani, has passed away. He died in the early hours of Sunday in Kaduna after a brief illness, as confirmed by family sources. Justice Zailani led the Kaduna State Judiciary from 2013 until his retirement in 2018, playing a crucial role in the administration of justice in the … Read more
Imo State House of Assembly recommends removing Chief Judge Theresa Chikeka due to misconduct and altering her date of birth, which she refused to defend before the committee. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Imo State House of Assembly has recommended the removal of Chief Judge Theresa Chikeka following allegations of misconduct. The decision was … Read more
NNPC Ltd attributes recent fuel queues in the FCT and other areas to disruptions in fuel transfer and supply logistics caused by adverse weather conditions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has identified the causes of recent fuel queues in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and other parts of the … Read more
Rivers State High Court issues an interim injunction barring the Chief Judge and Clerk of the State House of Assembly from recognizing or acting on resolutions from Martins Amaewhule’s led Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued an Exparte Order of Interim Injunction barring the Chief … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court has redeployed judges to new divisions across the country. The court’s assistant director of information, Catherine Christopher, disclosed this in a statement released on Wednesday. According to Christopher, the posting was necessary following the appointment of 23 new judges to the court. She said, “The chief … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that immediate past Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, Justice Kate Abiri, has died, aged 65. Mr. Amaebi Orukari, Chief Registrar at state Judiciary Headquarters, High Court announced the transition in a statement, yesterday. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Special Investigator To Probe CBN BREAKING: ECOWAS Imposes No Flight Zone On Niger … Read more
Zamfara Assembly impeached Gusau despite court order. Court sets aside impeachment, restores Gusau. Court reprimands Assembly, Matawalle, chief judge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court on Wednesday restored Mahdi Gusau as the deputy governor of Zamfara following his impeachment by the state’s House of Assembly on February 23, 2022, inspite of a … Read more
A modern complex is set to shoot out of the rubble of ruins at the Lagos State High Court in Igbosere. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, performed the sod turning for the redevelopment of the oldest courthouse in the country, two years after the iconic colonial vestige was razed by … Read more
William Ruto Takes Oath Of Office As President Of Kenya EKO HOT BLOG reports that William Samoei Ruto has officially been declared President of Kenya following his swearing-in ceremony, which took place at the Karasani Stadium, Kenya. He was sworn in by the Chief Judge, Martha Koome, on Tuesday at a ceremony held … Read more
Chief Judge jails lawyer for alleged contempt ….Two lawyers in court appealed to the Hon. Chief Judge but my Lord insisted that I must be jailed. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Shock As Hon Yakubu Impeached Over Gross Incompetence APC 2023: Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG –Reports Don’t Be Distracted With BBNaija –Peter Obi’s … Read more
‘Release Inibehe Now Or Face Mass Action’— AAC Tells A’Ibom CJ. Justice Obot had ordered that Inibehe be remanded in jail for one month over what she called “contemptuous and insulting behaviour in court.” EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Lawmakers Move To Impeach Buhari Over Worsening Insecurity BREAKING: NLC Issues Fresh Ultimatum To FG Over ASUU … Read more
The former Anambra State governor-elect, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has officially been sworn-in as the Governor of the State. He was sworn in by the State Chief judge, Justice Onochie Anyachebelu at exactly 9:45 am, at the Anambra State Government House. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma … Read more
The assignment of the panel includes investigating the allegations of gross misconduct, financial fraud, abuse of office, and… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief Judge of Zamfara State, Justice Kulu Aliyu, has inaugurated a seven-member panel to investigate the allegations against the Deputy Governor of the state, Mahdi Gusau, by the State House of … Read more
Senate has affirmed Justice Yusuf as FCT Chief Judge. EKOHOTBLOG reports that reports that the Senate has on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Justice Husseini Yusuf as the Chief Judge of FCT High Court. The appointment of the Chief Judge of the FCT High Court followed the presentation and consideration of the report of … Read more
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, has adjourned a suit filed by the Ondo State Chief Judge, Justice Oluwatoyin Akeredolu, against the state governor and five others over a viral video made by a citizen of the state, Olupelumi Fagboyegun, until March 26. Justice Ekwo had, on March 5, fixed March 22 (today) for … Read more
The Chief Judge (CJ) of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Justice John Tsoho has embarked on self isolation. The CJ also ordered some key staff in his office to do same, following a confirmed case of COVID -19 among his official aids. The court’s Acting Information Officer, Catherine Oby Nwandu disclosed this in a … Read more