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Former Police Officer Sentenced to 12 Years for Rape and Abuse of Two Women

Campbell Petrie was convicted of multiple charges, including four counts of rape, over 17 years.

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Man Sentenced to Six Months for Evicting Wife and Destroying Their Home

A man has been sentenced for forcibly evicting his wife and damaging their property in Ebonyi State.

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Court Adjourns Trial of Suspects in Murder of FRSC Officer and Daughter

Three suspects in the murder case of FRSC officer Lasisi Oluwamayokun and her daughter have their arraignment postponed.

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Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Money Laundering in Nigeria

Onatayo Pelumi received an eight-year prison sentence for laundering over N132 million.

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Nigerian Man Sentenced to 30 Months in U.S. for Email Fraud Scheme

Edikan Adiakpan was sentenced for his role in a fraud scheme that deceived American businesses.

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Ogun Chief Seeks Justice in Ongoing Land Dispute

Chief Rafiu Amusa calls for intervention in a land conflict involving the Ogun State Task Force.

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Woman Sentenced to 14 Years for Stealing Newborn in Ekiti, Still at Large

A 37-year-old woman was sentenced to 14 years in prison for stealing a newborn baby in Ekiti State.

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Father Arrested for Allegedly Beating 10-Year-Old Daughter in Imo State

A man in Imo State faces arrest after reportedly injuring his daughter with an electric cable.

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Teenager and Adult Charged with Armed Robbery in Lagos, Not Over Slippers

The Lagos State Ministry of Justice clarifies the charges against a teenager and an adult linked to a robbery case.

Late Afrobeats singer Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba.

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Police to Reinvestigate Death of Afrobeats Star Mohbad Following Family Petition

The Inspector-General of Police has approved a new investigation into the death of singer Mohbad at his family’s request.

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News Politics

Concerns Grow Over Political Influence in Nigeria’s Judicial Appointments

Debate intensifies over the impact of political power on the independence of Nigeria’s judiciary.

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Nigeria’s Judiciary Faces Scrutiny with Disciplinary Actions Against Judges

The National Judicial Council has taken significant steps to address misconduct among judges in Nigeria.

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The Evolution of Nigeria’s Judiciary from Military to Civilian Rule

Nigeria’s judiciary has transformed from military control to a constitutional authority since independence.

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Two Nigerians Sentenced to 15 Years in U.S. for $2.4 Million Fraud Scheme

Chijioke Timothy Odimegwu and Harafat Mogaji defrauded businesses through cyber scams.

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Former Teacher Sentenced to Life for Assaulting Eight-Year-Old Student

A Lagos court has sentenced a former teacher to life in prison for sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl.

Edo State High Court building in Benin City

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Edo Court Sentences Four to Death for Kidnapping and Cult Membership

A High Court in Edo State has sentenced four individuals to death for kidnapping and being part of a secret cult.

Justice Ekaete Fabian-Obot speaking at a press conference.

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Akwa Ibom Chief Judge Advocates for AI to Support, Not Replace, Judiciary

Justice Ekaete Fabian-Obot emphasizes the importance of using AI to enhance the justice system in Nigeria.

Headlines

Death Sentence Given to Suspect in Sokoto Kidnapping and Murder Case

A man has been sentenced to death for his role in the kidnapping and murder of three people in Sokoto State.