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PROFILE: What Ken Saro-Wiwa told Chidi Odinkalu in 1993
by Mazi Emeka He almost single-handedly raised the profile of Nigeria’s human rights body, daring to confront the same government that appointed him, standing still on the side of civil…
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Profile: In case you haven’t noticed, Bolanle Austen-Peters is changing EVERYTHING about Nigerian theatre
It is 4:05pm; Bolanle Austen-Peters walks into the room - no airs - clad in a loose fitting black blouse and black trouser, an easy smile on her face. She…
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Buhari celebrates children’s graduation, call to bar (PHOTOS)
On Thursday July 14, 2016 Halimat, one of the daughters of President Muhammadu Buhari was called to the Nigerian Bar. Earlier in the week, Yusuf and Zahra, Buhari's children celebrated…
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Certificate suit against Buhari thrown out, lawyer says ‘my family is concerned’
The suit challenging the legitimacy of the WAEC certificate of President Muhammadu Buhari, has been struck out by Adeniyi Ademola, justice of the federal high court, Abuja. Nnamdi Nwokocha-Ahaiwe, the lawyer…
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‘I shall triumphantly walk out of Kuje Prison’ – Charles Okah speaks from jail
Charles Okah, the alleged mastermind of the 2010 Independence Day bombing in Abuja, was said to be under quarantine for suspected Lassa fever infection as at the time of his…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer angered by clients, threatens to quit
A mild drama played out in court on Monday, during the trial of Nnmadi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and two other persons, Benjamin Madubugwu and…
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Report: Buhari may sue prosecuting lawyer in WAEC certificate case
President Muhammadu Buhari might pursue legal action against lawyer, Nnamdi Nwokocha, who filed a suit challenging the President's qualification for the highest public office in the land. According to the…
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Falz the Bahd Guy lands international recognition from BET
Falz the Bahd guy witnessed a major turnaround in his entertainment career in 2015. All that hard work began to pay off and the lawyer-turned-rapper has been raking in awards…
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Opinion: Read that contract before signing
by Ty Legal It is common knowledge that people hardly read all those ‘terms and conditions’ before clicking ‘I agree’ when buying an app online or something of the sort.…
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Nigerian soldiers beat up lawyer for making a suggestion (VIDEO)
A video showing some soldiers of the Nigerian Army battering a Lagos-based lawyer at 7th Avenue, FESTAC Town, Lagos State, has emerged. With the wave of violence spreading across the…
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‘EFCC is holding a sword of Damocles over Justice Umar’ – Saraki’s lawyer
The Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Danladi Umar, again on Wednesday, threatened to throw out Senate President, Bukola Saraki’s lawyer, Ajibola Oluyede (SAN), for being unruly in court.…
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Drama ensues between Saraki’s lawyer and a reluctant EFCC witness at the CCT
Again, on Thursday, the trial of Senate President, Bukola Saraki, at the Code of Conduct Tribunal took a dramatic turn as Saraki's lawyer, Paul Usoro, read out details of the…
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Despite being jobless for months, Fashola turned down a NIPOST job
Babatunde Fashola always wanted to be a lawyer, but circumstances almost forced him to change his path in life. But for his passion and resilience to go after his dream,…
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7 things we learnt about Diezani’s family from her lawyer
A statement released by the lawyer of Diezani Alison-Madueke, has given much insight into the family of the former Petroleum Minister. Ever since Diezani got arrested by the UK National…
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Twitter goes berserk over AP’s description of George Clooney’s wife
Human-rights lawyer Amal Clooney, is now being known more as a celebrity wife. The councilor represented Canadian national Mohammed Fahny, one of the Aljazeera journalists sentenced to three years in…
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Lawyer Agbazuere says APC harassing NASS might lead to Buhari’s impeachment
Abia State based lawyer and human rights activist, Anthony Agbazuere, has warned the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) to let the National Assembly leadership move on. Vanguard reports that Agbazuere also…
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Too many fake lawyers are undermining the profession, CJN laments
by Ranti Joseph The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Mahmud Mohammed has expressed worries over the rising number of fake lawyers in the country. Mohammed who stated this during…
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“They slit her throat”: Female lawyer found murdered in Lagos (PICTURED)
by Temitope Onitiju A popular female Lagos lawyer, Ola Adeola, has been found murdered in her home in Oniru Estate, Lagos. According to the Lagos state Police command, which is currently…
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Mutiny: Military fires GOC attacked by convicted soldiers
by Akan Ido Major General Ahmed Mohammed, the former General Officer Commanding the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maiduguri has been retired. Mohammed was at the receiving end of…
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Poor people must be allowed to borrow from national cake || Federal High court orders FG
by Jewel Stephen Poor Nigerians have a reason to be merry, especially the entreprenuerial ones, going by the ruling of a Federal High court, which stated that the Federal government…
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Sanmi Abiodun: Love me, I am a Lawyer (Y! PolicyHub)
by Sanmi Abiodun With that said, it is important to state that If lawyers have simply complied with all these Rules and carry out our legal duties based on the…
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Twilight at Terracotta Indigo unveils at Swe Bar
by Akintomiwa Agbaje For lovers of literature and fans of Umari Ayim, lawyer, author and poet who has successfully carved a niche in the world of online series blogging, the…
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Death should have taken us, not him – Bamidele Aturu’s parents lament
by S'ola Filani Mr. and Mrs. Felix Aturu, Felix (80) and Felicia (70), parents of the Lagos-based lawyer and human rights activist, Bamidele Aturu, who died last week, said on…
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Elnathan John: Of silence and other great answers for fools
by Elnathan John I just saw this tweeted by Pastor E. A Adeboye: "If the one blocking your marriage is an insider and they refuse to let you go, they'll…
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Opinion: Dear APC, allow me to introduce the man for the job in 2015
by Tunde Samuel Like every human being, Fashola is NOT a saint, he has his flaws. In politics there are no saints, but it is the duty of every political…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: “My dad is still shattered that I’m not a lawyer” – What’s Up Africa’s Ikenna Azuike
by Wilfred Okiche Ikenna Azuike is a London based, Nigerian born entertainer and founder of the video blog What’s Up Africa. A trained lawyer, he abandoned his wig and gown…
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Ayo Sogunro: The straight Nigerian’s guide to the Anti-gay law
by Ayo Sogunro And that is why every sensible legal system understands that what goes on in a person’s underwear is not the business of the law—to the extent that…
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“I am a regular visitor to SSS”: Asari Dokubo opens up on his arrest
by 'Jola Sotubo The controversial leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, Muhajid Dokubo-Asari was yesterday summoned to the headquarters of the Department of Security Services (DSS). [READ:BREAKING: DSS…
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Why Asari Dokubo was arrested by secret service operatives
by Adeola Balogun The President of the Niger Delta Volunteer Force, Mujahid Dokubo-Asari aka Asari Dokubo has been arrested by the Department of State Security (DSS). [READ:BREAKING: DSS arrests Asari…
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‘I bought the wig and gown from the market’: Fake Lawyer nabbed in court (PICTURED)
by Oge Okonkwo The fake lawyer, Daniel Ikhidenor Ikhuoria A 30-year old suspected fake legal practitioner, Daniel Ikhidenor Ikhuoria has been arrested at at Lagos High Court, Igbosere, Lagos Island, where he…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy