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Filmmaker Don Pedro Obaseki has initiated legal action, demanding N500 million in damages from 11 individuals and entities he accuses of involvement in his alleged abduction and assault on December 28, 2025, near the Oba of Benin palace.
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.
Osarobo Odigie has lodged a ₦395 million claim against TikTok influencer Peller, accusing him of defamation, cyber harassment, and invading her privacy in connection with a viral video recorded at a lounge in Lagos.
The Internal Revenue Service of Cross River State has initiated court actions against tax defaulters with outstanding liabilities totaling over N11 billion. The move targets individuals and companies that have neglected their tax obligations despite receiving several notices.
Three survivors of IRA bombings are pursuing legal action against former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams, aiming to establish his personal accountability for the attacks in London and Manchester. The case opened in London, focusing on events during the Troubles.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has initiated legal proceedings against President Bola Tinubu's government, accusing it of failing to retract unlawful mass phone-tapping regulations, known as ‘Lawful Interception of Communications Regulations, 2019.’
Mauritius is contemplating legal steps to urge the United Kingdom to relinquish control of the Chagos Islands amid ongoing delays in a proposed sovereignty agreement.
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.
The Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, has announced plans to prosecute a woman accused of torturing her maid with a hot iron. The incident, which involved a 17-year-old student, has raised significant concerns about child protection in the state.
Neo Akpofure, a former contestant of Big Brother Naija, has threatened to take legal steps against a woman who accused him of sexual assault on social media. His legal team insists the claims are false and damaging to his reputation.
The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Lagos has recommended that senior officials of Ardova Plc be prosecuted following their alleged illegal takeover of a sought-after property in Ikoyi. Meanwhile, the rightful claimant, Familia Limited, is pursuing a N5 billion lawsuit against the company.
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company has brought charges against six individuals in Lagos for alleged energy theft and conspiracy. The accused were arrested during a raid wherein they reportedly tampered with the company's metering system.
Nigerian actor Uzor Arukwe has responded to rumors that he is involved in the supposed marital problems of actress Bamike ‘Bambam’ Olawunmi and rapper-turned-actor Tope ‘Teddy A’ Adenibuyan. The allegations arose shortly after Teddy A spoke out on accusations of domestic violence.
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