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
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed appoints six judges to the High Court and 15 to the Shari’a Court, urging them to prioritize justice and fairness, and address prison overcrowding by expediting trials. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State swore in six new judges to the State High Court and 15 … Read more
Bandits killed the eldest son of Kaduna State Judge Janet Galadima while demanding a ransom to free her and three other children. EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits have killed the eldest son of Janet Galadima, a judge of the Kaduna State Customary Court, while demanding a N300 million ransom to free the judge and her … Read more
The Imo PDP plans to appeal the tribunal ruling that upheld Uzodimma’s election. PDP chairman Chidi Dike asserts that their candidate, Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu, won the November 2023 governorship election. Dike appreciates party members’ support and assures them that their mandate will be recovered through the Court of Appeal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Imo … Read more
AYCF President praises INEC’s integrity Peter Obi’s statement bolsters INEC’s credibility Judiciary identified as a greater challenge Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a significant statement, Shettima Yerima, the National President of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its credibility. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s … Read more
Former Governor Speaks Out on Judicial Independence Criticizes Executive Interference and Corruption Calls for Strong, Impartial Legal System Eko Hot Blog reports that in a scathing critique, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, condemned the country’s judicial system as compromised by the executive branch and the highest bidder. Editor’s Pick … Read more
Senate Votes To Increase CJN Salary To N5.39m, Justices To N4.21m Chief Justice of Nigeria’s salary now stands at N5.39 million monthly. Bill aims to fortify judiciary’s independence and efficacy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate has advanced a bill aiming to bolster the salaries and allowances of judicial officers, marking a significant step in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Government has leveled accusations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a targeted persecution of the immediate past governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, the government contended that the purported witch-hunt was instigated by certain … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a faction of the New Nigeria People’s Party led by Agor Major has urged the Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso-led faction not to resort to self-help over the Court of Appeal’s judgment that sacked the state Governor, Abba Yusuf. Addressing journalists on Monday in Abuja, the National Secretary of the Major-led group, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government recently pledged a comprehensive reform of the country’s justice system following concerns over conflicting court judgments. During the Body of Attorneys-General (BOAG) meeting in Abuja, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, emphasized the need for reform amidst growing complaints about … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that some supporters of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, on Sunday, converged at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Ibadan, Oyo State to pray and staged a peaceful protest to press home their demands for the maintenance of the status quo in Kano State. The Court of Appeal affirmed the judgment of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has warned politicians against blackmailing the country’s judiciary. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), gave warning on Friday while speaking to reporters at his residence in Ijagbo community, Kwara State. Fagbemi appealed to politicians who lost out at the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Lagos State Commissioner for Special Duties, Transport, and Environment, Dr. Muiz Banire, recently criticized Nigeria’s judiciary, stating that what was once seen as the common man’s last resort has now become a lost hope for the populace. Banire expressed these views during his weekly leadership discussion on the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party urged the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, to set up a judicial panel of inquiry to probe the alleged All Progressives Congress influence in the Court of Appeal judgment that sacked the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang. The appellate court on Sunday in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian policemen and other security personnel are currently stationed at the Court of Appeal in Abuja in anticipation of the judgement on the Kano State Governorship Election Petition. The heightened security presence is likely a response to the previous reaction of Kano residents to the Tribunal’s decision on the same … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, PEPT, continues with the cases arising from the 2023 presidential election, the Diaspora Action for Democracy in Africa, DADA, has asked the judiciary to save the country from the threat of implosion. Specifically, the group cautioned the arm of government not to deliver … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government of Nigeria has taken punitive action against the Secretariat of the Advertising Standard Panel (ASP) over the emergence of the ‘All Eyes on The Judiciary’ billboard in Abuja. A statement on Tuesday by the Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the judiciary in Uganda has revoked the appointment of a Magistrate after he reportedly disguised as a woman to write an examination for his girlfriend. The culprit, Ammaari Musa Semwogerere, was reportedly arrested on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, after he was caught red-handed sitting for a law examination on behalf … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dada Olusegun, media aide to President Bola has slammed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, over his alleged plan to blackmail the judiciary. This online media platform gathered earlier that Atiku alleged that there is a sinister plot by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to … Read more
Former Vice President Atiku and President Tinubu contested in the February 25 presidential election. While the president maintains that he won a free and fair election, his opponent disagrees. Atiku and his party are currently challenging the outcome of the presidential poll in court. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has slammed Atiku … Read more