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The Federal High Court in Lagos will discontinue manual filing starting April 24, 2026, replacing it with an electronic filing system, alongside a ₦10,000 penalty for any misrepresentation of documentation.
A Federal High Court in Asaba has sentenced Agbanashi Young to six months in prison for the misuse of Naira notes during a cultural celebration. He was convicted for spraying and trampling on Naira, violating the Central Bank of Nigeria Act.
A Magistrates' Court in Abuja has mandated Musa Ibrahim, a businessman, to sweep the Amir Mosque premises in Wuse II for one month following his admission of guilt in stealing electrical cables from the mosque.
Samuel Bayode, a 52-year-old man, has been brought before a Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti on charges of assault and damaging property. The incident reportedly took place on February 20, 2026.
A man identified as Lepe Ajibade has been arraigned in an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrate Court on accusations of obstructing police duties and committing assault. The incident reportedly occurred on March 3, 2026, during official police operations.
A 29-year-old individual named Damola Bankole has been presented in court for allegedly stealing a motorcycle valued at N650,000. The charges against him include conspiracy and theft.
Sara Baker, a 75-year-old former attorney, has been indicted on multiple charges, including attempted murder, for allegedly poisoning her husband with fentanyl. The incidents reportedly occurred in September 2025, and she has since been suspended by the Alabama Bar Association.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted travel applications for Sani Malumfashi, the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission chairman, and his associates to perform Umrah and Hajj. The decision was made during a hearing concerning fraud allegations involving N1 billion.
Musbau Esinrogunjo, a prior aide to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has received a nine-month prison sentence from the Kwara State High Court for obstructing a police officer and disturbing the peace.
On February 27, Justice Jude Obiora of the Anambra State High Court sentenced Chidozie Nwangwu, known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, to 11 months in prison after he admitted guilt to several charges linked to illegal activities involving native doctors.
The estate of the late Jeffrey Epstein has consented to a $35 million settlement to resolve allegations against two of his advisors for facilitating his sex trafficking activities. A Manhattan court filing revealed this agreement on Thursday.
The battery charge facing Olympic medalist Fred Kerley has been dropped, as confirmed by his attorney. Kerley expressed his relief through a social media post following the court's decision.
A man from Florida, who previously received a pardon from President Donald Trump for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, was found guilty on multiple charges of child sexual abuse. Andrew Paul Johnson was convicted by a jury and now faces significant prison time.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set March 23 for its ruling on the money laundering trial of Nicholas Mutu, a lawmaker facing serious allegations. The prosecution and defense finalized their arguments ahead of the decision.
In Ekiti State, four suspects have been arraigned for alleged theft and unlawful possession of weapons. They are accused of stealing cattle valued at N10 million and unlawfully grazing on private lands.
