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A Nigerian human rights lawyer, Marshal Abubakar, has refuted claims made by businesswoman Tracy Ohiri, asserting his professional conduct was lawful. Abubakar plans legal recourse against Ohiri for alleged defamation and misrepresentation following a dispute involving Minister David Umahi.
Actress Rebel Wilson has accused billionaire Len Blavatnik of funding multiple lawsuits against her while expressing frustration over his lack of support amid ongoing legal disputes related to her film directorial debut.
Attah John Onoja, the Commander of the Mining Marshals, has initiated a ₦20 billion defamation lawsuit against Terver Douglas Najime, an attorney, and Abel Augustine, a journalist from SignalNG.com. The legal action follows allegations of extortion and abuse of position linked to a controversial publication.
A Federal High Court in Lagos has revoked the bail of former MFM chorister Ayotunde Richards and ordered the arrest of blogger Funke Ashekun for allegedly misrepresenting court proceedings related to Richards' trial for cyberbullying and defamation.
Media figure Frank Edoho has responded to harmful allegations made by an X user, who claimed he is HIV positive. Edoho, facing backlash after promoting a betting platform, has vowed to take legal action against the individual responsible for the slanderous comments.
Businessman Nasiru Haladu Danu has threatened legal action against the online newspaper Peoples Gazette, citing a recent article that labeled him a 'notorious fraudster' connected to alleged corruption surrounding a N22 billion aviation contract.
Popular musician Davido is being sued for N1 billion over claims of harassment, cyberbullying, defamation, and threats against Mrs. Ebelechukwu Egeonu Enedah, the lawyer representing Sophie Momodu in a prior court case.
Celina Powell has initiated legal proceedings against Deshae Frost, following his allegations of sexual assault and transmitting herpes during a livestream. A cease and desist letter demands Frost retract his statements and apologize within 10 days.
A court has issued an injunction barring Omoyele Sowore and his media outlet, Sahara Reporters, from making defamatory statements regarding the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, his son, and a police officer. The order was obtained in Abuja amidst an ongoing dispute between the police and Sowore over Egbetokun's tenure.
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its ruling on a N5 billion defamation case brought by two Department of State Services operatives against the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). The adjournment follows the final submissions by both sides.
An 83-year-old chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and two associates have been ordered to be remanded by a High Court in Kwara State due to alleged defamatory statements made against the elder brother of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Ahmed Isah Sakpe, a journalist known as Ahmed Lee, has been detained by police for alleged cyberbullying and defamation towards a Niger State Government aide. His arrest comes following a complaint by a protocol officer to the governor.
Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard has lodged a complaint with the Delta State Police against colleague Stanley Ontop, alleging defamation and libellous remarks. The actions stem from accusations made by Ontop in 2025 regarding Leonard's treatment of a crew member.
Femi Fani-Kayode stated that he and Reno Omokri have distanced themselves from past criticisms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This clarification comes in response to claims made by activist Omoyele Sowore regarding defamation issues.
Nigerian singer Harrysong has issued a 14-day ultimatum to his ex-wife, Alexer Gopa, demanding a public apology for alleged defamation. Gopa had previously accused the singer of harassment and interference in her life.
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