‘Further Action Will Be Taken’ – FG Welcomes Conviction of Simon Ekpa in Finland FG vows further steps after reviewing the full judgment from Helsinki. AGF Fagbemi commends Finland’s cooperation in tackling insecurity with Nigeria. The Federal Government has hailed the conviction of separatist agitator and self-acclaimed Prime Minister of Biafra, Simon Ekpa, by a … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has stated that the Edo State House of Assembly lacks the constitutional authority to suspend elected local government chairmen and their deputies. Fagbemi made this remark during an event on Thursday, where he noted that his knowledge of the specific political … Read more
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu for allegedly failing to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to work with anti-corruption agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suit aims to investigate claims of over ₦57 billion in public … Read more
The Senate special committee tasked with liaising with the Federal Government on the controversial tax reform bills has yet to meet with the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, despite earlier announcements. Two weeks ago, the Senate constituted a committee to engage with the AGF following President Bola Tinubu’s directive for the executive … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation, AGF and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN on Thursday said that any state governor who tampers with funds belonging to their Local Government Areas will be guilty of gross misconduct, which is an impeachable offence. The AGF while addressing the 2024 annual conference of the National Association … Read more
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), clarified that there is no legal prohibition in Nigeria against prosecuting minors, addressing misconceptions following the recent arraignment of minors and other protesters on treason charges. Speaking on Thursday at the inauguration of the Law Corridor’s new office in Katampe, Abuja, Fagbemi … Read more
The Federal Government is reportedly considering dropping treason charges against over 100 #EndBadGovernance protesters. Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has received the case files and is reviewing them to determine the next steps. Following public criticism, the Nigeria Police Force defended its actions, stating that it followed due process when arraigning … Read more
Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has taken charge of the case involving 75 young #EndBadGovernance protesters, aged between 12 and 15, who appeared before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday. The youths are facing ten charges, including terrorism, attempted overthrow of the government, and alleged mutiny due … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has taken over the case of the #EndBadGovernance protesters arraigned in the Federal High Court Abuja on Friday. He said that it is not within his power to vary the order of the court remanding the defendants in detention centres and adjourning the … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has categorically denied claims that a United States District Court granted permission to Louis E. Williams to seize $21 million from Nigeria’s account with JP Morgan. In a statement released on Wednesday, Fagbemi clarified that the false reports originated from an unidentified … Read more
The Federal Government, through Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi, warned Local Government Area chairmen of imprisonment for mismanaging FAAC funds. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has issued a warning to Local Government Area chairmen against mismanaging funds allocated by the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC), threatening imprisonment for those involved. This warning was delivered … Read more
Lateef Fagbemi, the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, has justified President Bola Tinubu’s decision to establish a new Ministry of Livestock Development. Eko Hot Blog reports that the AGF explained that the creation of this ministry aligns with the government’s strategic goals Speaking on Wednesday while briefing newsmen at the State House … Read more
Lagos State doesn’t want to be included among states stifling local government administration. Hence, it is pushing back against its inclusion in a recent lawsuit targeting LG autonomy. The state says it is a model for how states should deal with local councils. Eko Hot Blog reports that that the Lagos State Government has rejected … Read more
The Federal Government has urged the National Assembly to consult widely on the Nigerian National Anthem Bill before passing it. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi criticized the expedited passage of the bill without sufficient stakeholder input. Fagbemi’s comments were made during a public hearing organized by the Senate Committees on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, and … Read more
Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi advocates eliminating State Electoral Commissions. Fagbemi criticizes governors for exploiting constitutional gaps to undermine local government autonomy. He highlights sections of the 1999 Constitution that give governors undue control over local governments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has called for the elimination of State … 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 the Federal Government has revealed plans for the establishment of an International Anti-Corruption Court, describing it as a paradigm shift in its approach to fighting corruption at the global level. The government said the corrosive impact of corruption on Nigeria’s development, stability, and prosperity could not be overstated. Editors Pick … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Some dignitaries and government officials were present at a special court session on Monday to mark the beginning of the 2023/2024 legal year of the Court of Appeal. Present at the court session were the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike; the Minster of Justice and the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Attorney- General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi has revealed that he accepted to serve in the administration of President Bola Tinubu in order to contribute his quota to the progress and development of the country. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria who said he was surprised … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Attorney-general of the federation and minister of justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has reiterated the need to create a constitutional role for traditional rulers in the country. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, Says He Lived In Fear After Meeting Naira Marley Umahi Reveals … Read more