Abdulganiyu Oyesola Fawehinmi (1938 - 2009) Lawyer & Civil Rights Activitist A legend in Nigerian activism, he kept the light of civil liberties burning till the his final hour.

Ex-Minister Saleh Mamman’s Trial Hits Snag as Court Rebukes Lawyer for “Time-Wasting Antics” The Federal High Court in Abuja slammed former Minister of Power Saleh Mamman’s lawyer, Temitayo Sonuyi, SAN, for attempting to delay proceedings in a N31 billion fraud trial. Mamman and seven others face nine-count charges including conspiracy, false pretence, and intent to defraud. Justice Maryann Anenih criticized the defense for procedural delays, insisting the trial must proceed while jurisdiction issues are addressed separately. The case has been adjourned to February and March 2026 for continuation. #SalehMamman #N31BillionFraud #CourtTrial

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has condemned the failure of Nigerian authorities to arrest those who abducted, stripped, and brutalised actor Don Pedro (Dr. Pedro Obaseki) in Benin City on December 28, 2025. Falana described the attack as a direct threat to the actor’s life and dignity, noting that Obaseki was treated as a suspect while his assailants remain free. Months later, none of the armed criminals have been held accountable. Rights advocates are calling for an independent investigation. #BreakingNews #DonPedro #FemiFalana #BeninCity #HumanRights #Nigeria

Adeyanju Slams Nigerian Govt Over Pardoning Terrorists, Says It Fuels Violence Human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the Nigerian government’s policy of negotiating with, pardoning, and allegedly compensating terrorists and bandits, warning that it amounts to indirect financing of terrorism. In a statement on Monday, Adeyanju described the approach as dangerous and irresponsible, arguing that it emboldens criminals and sends the message that violence pays. He insisted that terrorists should be arrested and prosecuted, not forgiven or rewarded. Adeyanju also criticized what he called selective justice, contrasting the treatment of terrorists with the continued detention of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, warning the policy could push more Nigerians to take up arms. #NigeriaSecurity #DejiAdeyanju #BreakingNews

ICPC Files Evidence, Lists Witnesses as Mike Ozekhome Faces Fraud, Forgery Charges Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property The ICPC has filed proof of evidence and listed key witnesses as the Federal Government moves ahead with fraud and forgery charges against senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over a disputed London property linked to late General Jeremiah Useni. Prosecutors say the case stems from a UK tribunal judgment that ruled the house belongs to Useni’s estate, dismissing claims tied to a false identity, “Tali Shani.” Investigators plan to present documents, statements, and passport verification evidence, alleging Ozekhome used forged records to assert ownership. The FCT High Court is yet to fix a trial date as the high-profile legal battle deepens. #OzekhomeTrial #ICPC #NigeriaLegalNews

Security Agents Abduct Critic of Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo in Ondo, Lawyer Demands Immediate Release Security operatives suspected to be police officers have reportedly whisked away Prince Owolemi Emorioloye, a vocal critic of Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, from his residence in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Emorioloye, also known as Emotel, was allegedly manhandled by armed men who arrived in unmarked Hilux vans, with his whereabouts remaining unknown. His lawyers have petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, describing the arrest as unlawful and a violation of his fundamental rights. They are demanding his immediate release or arraignment in court, warning of legal action if authorities fail to comply. #legalaction

Lagos Teachers Petition NUT Over Retired Treasurer’s Continued Stay in Office Concerned Lagos teachers have petitioned the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) over the continued tenure of National Treasurer Comrade Adesegun Ganiu Raheem, who retired from the Lagos State Teaching Service on July 16, 2025. Citing constitutional provisions, the petition demands his replacement and warns against violations with moral and legal consequences. Lawyers representing retired members also called for a forensic audit, suspension of the treasurer, and review of union properties, threatening to approach the National Industrial Court if their demands are ignored. #LagosTeachers #NUTCrisis #UnionAccountability

Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer Warns Conviction May Sway 2027 Elections, Raises Concerns Over Rights Nnamdi Kanu’s legal consultant, Aloy Ejimakor, warns that dissatisfaction across the South-East over Kanu’s conviction could influence the 2027 general elections if not addressed. He highlighted challenges with Kanu’s transfer from Abuja to Sokoto, limiting access to courts and legal support, potentially infringing his constitutional right to a fair hearing under Section 36. Ejimakor stressed that post-judgment processes and appeals require immediate action, with public sentiment in the region signaling growing political unrest tied to the IPOB leader’s case. #NnamdiKanu #IPOB #2027Elections

Zainab Bakare Drags Tawa Ajisefini With Old Photos, Tawa Fires Back: “You’ll Hear From My Lawyer” 😂 Social media don scatter after Zainab Bakare shared throwback photos of her colleague, Tawa Ajisefini, and jokingly “roasted” her online. The post sparked laughter as fans debated whether the old pictures were cute or pure cruise. Tawa no carry last—she replied with humor and small gbas-gbos, warning Zainab to “hear from her lawyer.” From playful shade to savage banter, fans are now camped in the comment section, adding their own wahala to the drama. Na friendly cruise or soft drag? Nigerians are loving every bit of it 😄 #ZainabBakare #TawaAjisefini #NaijaCelebDrama

Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer has reacted to claim to that the court is set to revisit the IPOB leader’s conviction after pressure from Israel and the United States.

JUST IN: Daddy Freeze Responds to Anu’s Mother Daddy Freeze has reacted to Anu’s mother, urging her to handle the situation privately and focus on raising her child. He said Anu is like a daughter to him because her father was once his lecturer, and advised her to do everything possible to ensure the child becomes successful. He asked if she would not still raise the child if the father were dead. He warned her to take the matter off social media, stating that nobody can force Davido to undergo a DNA test. According to him, Davido could even file a harassment case, which may lead to a restraining order. He added that she could pursue the matter legally if she chooses, recommending lawyers like Femi Falana or Afe Babalola for possible pro bono services. Daddy Freeze also criticised her decision to go public, saying announcing that the child resulted from a one-night stand does not reflect well on her. He noted that her claim of being a waitress who agreed to sex when approached does not present her in a good light. #DaddyFreeze #Davido #NigeriaEntertainment #TrendingNews

EFCC Tried to Force Emefiele’s Co-Defendant to Implicate Him, Defence Witness Tells Court A defence witness has told a Lagos court that the EFCC attempted to coerce Henry Omoile, co-defendant of ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, to falsely implicate him in a multi-billion-dollar corruption case. Lawyer Nnamdi Offial alleged that investigators promised bail and non-prosecution if Omoile cooperated, dictated his statements, and blocked answers that did not suit their narrative. He said Omoile was detained for 21 days after refusing. Under cross-examination, Offial admitted no formal complaint was filed and that no physical abuse occurred. #EmefieleTrial #EFCC #NigeriaCourt

Omo, gbe body oo! Former Rivers SSG, Tammy Danagogo, don ask police make dem shift him invitation. Na over alleged assassination plot against FCT Minister Nyesom Wike police wan question am. Letter from him lawyers talk say Danagogo dey out of town, so him no fit appear for January 15, dem beg make dem move am go January 26. Police dey investigate leaked audio wey dey link am with plan to hire Israeli people to kill Wike, plus approach Governor Fubara for funding. Meanwhile, Port Harcourt pastor, Dr. Tombari Gbeneol, don dey two weeks detention as police continue investigation. Police confirm say suspect dey custody, matter still dey under investigation.

🔥 Dem Release Am At Last! Makoko Youth Leader, Oluwatobi Aide, Free After 3 Days for Police Hand Over Demolition Protest Better news don land for Makoko as youth leader, Oluwatobi Aide, don finally regain him freedom after three days wey Lagos RRS lock am up. Dem release am around 7:03pm on Wednesday after people shout, activists raise alarm and senior lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) enter the matter. Police arrest Aide on Sunday during protest against the demolition of houses for Makoko waterfront. People talk say dem carry am just because he talk say government don go beyond the 30-metre agreement wey dem first make with the community. Supporters believe say the arrest na to scare residents and stop anybody wey go talk again. Activists say this kind arrest don dey happen for waterfront areas like Ajegunle and Oworoshoki. On Wednesday, police even carry am go mobile court for Oshodi, accuse am of “disturbing public peace,” but sources say the charges na setup and politically motivated. While in custody, Aide health worry many people. He fall sick, dem rush am go hospital, and at first police even say make he pay for treatment himself. After pressure, dem agree pay and later free am. Makoko people say this one show say if Nigerians shout together, justice fit still happen.

BREAKING: Makoko Youth Leader, Oluwatobi Aide, Released After 3 Days in Lagos RRS Detention Over Demolition Protest Oluwatobi Aide, a youth leader of the Makoko waterfront community, has been released after spending three days in detention by the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) over a protest against demolition activities. Aide regained his freedom at about 7:03pm on Wednesday, following widespread public outcry and the intervention of prominent human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN). The incident has renewed concerns over the handling of peaceful protests and the rights of marginalized communities in Lagos. Question: Should citizens be detained for speaking out against demolitions that affect their livelihoods? #Makoko #LagosState #HumanRights #NigeriaNews

Illegal Arrest: Court Tell Make Dem Serve IGP, AGF for Sowore N1.2bn Human Rights Case Federal High Court for Abuja don order make hearing notice reach Police IG, Kayode Egbetokun, and Attorney-General, Lateef Fagbemi, for human rights case wey activist Omoyele Sowore file. Sowore dey demand ₦1.2 billion, accuse police of illegal arrest, detention and assault. The matter start after police rearrest am for Kuje Magistrate Court on October 23, 2025, just after dem grant am bail, because of im involvement for #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest. Sowore talk say im arrest over peaceful protest break im rights to freedom, movement and human dignity under Nigerian Constitution. Justice Umar order make dem properly serve the defendants and adjourn case till March 10, 2026 for hearing. Sowore lawyer, Abubakar Marshal, complain say none of the defendants show for court, accuse police of acting with impunity. Marshal insist say protest na legal right, say person wey no commit crime no suppose face arrest or detention. The suit seek ₦1bn punitive damages, ₦200m extra damages, public apology and retraction, stressing say the case no be only for Sowore but to protect Nigerians’ right to peaceful protest.

Makoko Leader Oluwatobi Aide Dragged Court Side for Standing Against Demolition – Na So Lagos Gree? Na serious gbege for Makoko waterfront as youth leader, Oluwatobi Aide, don appear for Lagos mobile court over protesting demolition of homes. Him dey face charges of “conduct likely to cause breach of public peace,” but sources talk say na politically-motivated and false allegations. Oluwatobi Aide arrest happen on Sunday, January 11, during protest against government demolition wey extend pass agreed 30-metre setback. Since then, him don dey treated like criminal, and him health don dey suffer – hospitalisation don happen twice because of teargas inhalation and bad detention conditions. Civil society groups don condemn the Lagos State Government, saying: “Shelter na human right. Nobody suppose dey arrested or killed for defending im house.” Legal action dey underway to free him, led by lawyer Joseph Opute.

BREAKING NEWS: Alleged Privacy Invasion: Lagos Court Rules In Falana’s Favour, Awards $25,000 Damages Against Meta A Lagos State High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square has awarded $25,000 in damages in favour of renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) against Meta Platforms Inc., the U.S.-based tech giant owned by Mark Zuckerberg, over alleged invasion of privacy. In a judgment delivered on Tuesday, Justice Olalekan Oresanya held that Meta, as a global technology company that hosts and monetises content, owes a duty of care to individuals affected by materials published on its platform. Falana, through his lawyer Olumide Babalola, accused Meta of publishing motion images and a voice caption titled “AfriCare Health Centre” on Facebook, falsely suggesting that he was suffering from prostatitis. He argued that the publication violated his constitutional right to privacy under Section 37 of the 1999 Constitution, as well as provisions of the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023. The court agreed that the publication amounted to an unlawful intrusion into Falana’s private life, despite his status as a public figure, and ruled in his favour in the $5 million suit.

Lawyer Ejiofor Drag Katsina Govt Over Release Of 70 Suspected Terrorists, Warn Say Na ‘Institutionalised Insecurity Na wah oo! Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor don condemn Katsina State government for reportedly releasing 70 suspected bandits and terrorists under “peace accord.” Ejiofor yan say this kain move na dangerous policy wey fit scatter Naija stability, especially for North. E talk say to dey negotiate with armed gangs and dey give dem legitimacy na like to reward violence, and e go dey teach say blood and guns fit settle matter. Ejiofor also drag Nigerian govt and security agencies, say dem dey silent, like dem dey tacitly support the release. E use am compare the wahala to DSS wey confirm say Mrs. Calista Ifedi die for detention without trial, alongside many Igbo youths wey dey held unlawfully. E yan say South-East leaders must rise, demand accountability, and prosecute guilty persons properly. Ejiofor warn say if terror appeasement continue, Nigeria fit dey sit “on top keg of gunpowder,” as more areas fit dey ceded to jihadist terror. Na serious gbege oo!

Brigadier General Archibong Don Dey Detain Over Links To Retired Gen. Ali-Keffi, Weh Don Blow Buratai Case Na serious gbege dey oo! Brig. Gen. Gabriel Archibong don dey held incommunicado for over 10 days by Army. Him family and lawyers no fit see am. Sources yan say e arrest connect with how Archibong dey gist plenty with retired Gen. Ali-Keffi, wey don expose wahala of terrorists finance wey involve Buratai and other top oga dem. Ali-Keffi head Operation Service Wide (OSW), wey dey track terrorist financiers, yan say some big suspects wey dem arrest dey linked to Buratai, Emefiele, Malami, and Yahaya. But dem all release under “suspicious circumstances.” Archibong allegedly no dey cooperate with Army, so dem carry am go Army Special Investigation Bureau, seize him laptop and phone, even search him house. Military sources dey fear say this fit spoil Archibong career and wellbeing. Dem yan say Buratai dey behind the gbege, dey use Army protect himself, make e no face wahala for his past. Ali-Keffi don sue Army for billions over unlawful detention, torture, and forced retirement. Na serious power play between retired and serving generals dem dey oo!