The United Nations’ top court will begin historic hearings on Monday to establish legal guidelines for how countries should safeguard the planet from climate change and assist vulnerable nations in dealing with its destructive effects. Representatives from Vanuatu and other low-lying island nations in the Pacific Ocean will open the marathon proceedings at the International … Read more
The Ex-ICJ judge passed away in the early hours of Sunday. He held several positions in the judiciary at home and abroad. The late legal luminary was also prominent in his hometown of Owu, holding the title of Olori Omo of Owu Kingdom when he was alive. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, … Read more
Ugandan troops were also found to have looted gold, diamonds and timber EKO HOT BLOG reports that Uganda has been ordered to pay $325m (£240m) to the Democratic Republic of Congo for its role in the conflict there. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled Uganda had violated international norms as an occupying force between … Read more