Lawyer Slams Police for Ignoring Court Order in Speed Darlington Case Speed Darlington’s Lawyer Says He’s Exhausted All Efforts to Secure Release Court Grants Bail, But Speed Darlington Remains in Police Custody Stan Alieke, the lawyer representing Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, has accused the police of defying a court order by refusing to release his … Read more
The lawyer representing controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, Stan Alieke of Law Capitol, has attributed his client’s prolonged detention to the involvement of high-profile individuals in the case. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speed Darlington’s ongoing detention has sparked public interest since his second arrest on November 27 during a performance in Owerri, Imo State. … Read more
An Otukpo-based lawyer and activist, Mr. Mike Ofikwu, was tragically killed by armed men at his residence in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident occurred on Wednesday around 8 p.m. at the entrance of Ofikwu’s home on Otukpa Street. According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants, who were trailing him, drove up in … Read more
Popular Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, known as Falz, has revealed that he did not feel pressured to pursue a career in law. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Falz explained that while he wasn’t forced into law, he was deeply inspired by the work his father, renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana, … Read more
More than 100 individuals are preparing to sue rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for allegations of sexual assault, rape, and exploitation, according to attorney Tony Buzbee. Among the alleged victims, some were minors, with accusations that abuse began when they were as young as nine years old. “This is a serious matter that we will pursue … Read more
Tunisian politician Ayachi Zammel, a candidate in the upcoming October 6 presidential election, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, his lawyer announced on Tuesday. “The court in Tunis handed Ayachi Zammel 12 years in prison across four cases related to voter endorsements,” lawyer Abdessater Messoudi told AFP. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, … Read more
The lawyer representing Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has provided an explanation for his client’s absence before the House of Representatives. Bobrisky was scheduled to appear on Monday to address allegations of bribing officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to drop money laundering charges, and the Nigerian Correctional Services … Read more
Daniel Ojukwu was recently abducted by police officers attached to the IGP’s office. He was accused of breaching the Cybercrime Act. The police initially seriously resisted calls from national and international bodies to release the journalist. Eko Hot Blog reports that that the Nigeria Police Force has finally bowed to pressure of releasing Daniel Ojukwu, … Read more
Lawyer Seeks Recognition as Celebrity Determined to Meet Davido and Sabinus Promises to “Make Everyone Proud” with New-Found Status Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a defiant move, Vera Anyim, the lawyer embroiled in controversy, has revealed her resolute plan to attain her self-proclaimed celebrity status. Undeterred by recent backlash, Anyim boldly declared, “My next … Read more
NECO introduces online recruitment for exam supervisors and assistants Lawyer demands JAMB release names and scores of top 10 UTME candidates Warns of legal action if JAMB fails to comply within 7 days Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Examinations Council (NECO) has embraced digitalization, transitioning to an online recruitment process for supervisors and … Read more
Stormy Daniels’ negotiator, Keith Davidson, testifies in Trump’s trial. Details emerge about the $130,000 hush-money payment orchestrated by Davidson. Davidson’s testimony sheds light on Trump’s alleged attempts to silence misconduct allegations. Eko hot blog reports that Keith Davidson, the lawyer who orchestrated the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, has taken the stand in Donald J. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday, detained Afro singer Ibrahim Owodunni, also known as Primeboy, while he was visiting the State Criminal Investigation Department in Panti, Yaba. The arrest came following a petition filed by Wunmi, the widow of the late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, alias Mohbad, alleging defamation and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Pelumi Olajengbesi, a human rights lawyer, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate all individuals who held cabinet positions or were appointed during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Editor’s Pick 300,000 Bags Of Rice And More To Ease Hardships – NEDC’s Big Move Repayment Of Student … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an unknown policeman, on Wednesday, allegedly beat up a Lagos-based lawyer, Timothy Olaniyi, who was at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters in Ikeja to find out about a client who was arrested in February. The lawyer, who alleged that he was beaten like a condemned criminal, disclosed his plight … Read more
Police parade lawyer for assaulting 10-year-old househelp Suspect allegedly used hot knife, iron to inflict injuries Minister urges public to speak out against violence Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has paraded an Anambra-based lawyer, Adachukwu Okafor, who was recently apprehended for allegedly assaulting her 10-year-old househelp. The police had declared the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that gunmen have reportedly murdered Victor Onwubiko, a legal practitioner based in Imo state and resident of Uturu in Abia state. The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday night while the lawyer was returning to Abia State University, Uturu, where he resides. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, has sacked the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Gown Estate Division, Austin Arase, for ordering the unlawful arrest of a lawyer seeking his client’s bail. The Lagos Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, announced the development in a statement on Tuesday night. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a lawyer, Douglas Ogbankwa, who was allegedly beaten and detained by officers of the Department of State Services for refusing to allow them to take his client’s statement in his absence shares his experience: Here are the questions followed by the lawyer’s responses: One of your colleagues made a post … Read more
In recent years, some Yoruba activists have been demanding secession from Nigeria. Their agitation has spurred numerous protests, sometimes violent, in parts of the country, especially Lagos State. The Police in Lagos have prevented the group from staging their latest protest, raising questions about the agitators’ fundamental human rights. Eko Hot Blog reports that men … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer has raised an alarm over the health status of the IPOB leader. The lawyer blamed the DSS’s inadequacy as a source of medical attention for Kanu’s condition. Ejiofor stated that urgent medical attention was needed to address Kanu’s health. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the lead counsel of the leader … Read more