ADC Leadership Crisis Deepens as Court Adjourns Suit Indefinitely
By Julian Osamoto The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, adjourned indefinitely a suit challenging the leadership structure of the African Democratic Congress ADC under former Senate President David Mark. Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the matter after the plaintiff, Nafiu Bala Gombe, informed the court that he had asked the Chief Judge of the […]
Court Bars INEC From Recognising ADC Congresses by Caretaker Committee
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by committees appointed by a caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Delivering judgment on Wednesday, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik also barred the caretaker committee from interfering with the tenure […]
Court Affirms FCCPC Powers to Investigate Medical Negligence
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal High Court, Abuja has affirmed the powers of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate complaints of medical negligence, in a ruling seen as strengthening accountability in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the judgment on April 15, 2026, in a suit filed by Life Bridge […]
Bello Trial Adjourned To May 6–7 for Cross-Examination
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, over alleged money laundering to May 6 and 7, 2026, for the continuation of cross-examination of a key prosecution witness. Justice Emeka Nwite fixed the new dates on Friday after proceedings involving the 12th […]