Rule of Law
African Democracy Rests on Strong Institutions and Independent Courts, Says Appeal Court President
Africa's democratic future hangs in the balance, and only resilient institutions coupled with unwavering judicial independence can secure it. Speaking at the 2026...
Alarming Rise in Mob Violence Threatens Rule of Law Across Nigeria
A wave of vigilante violence is sweeping across Nigeria, with citizens increasingly taking the law into their own hands to punish suspected criminals...
Vigilante Justice Spreads Across Nigeria as Mobs Force Suspected Thieves to Perform Humiliating Acts
Across Nigeria, a troubling pattern of street justice is unfolding as suspected thieves find themselves subject to public humiliation rather than formal prosecution,...
Atiku Congratulates Badejo Okusanya on Historic Election as NBA President
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has extended congratulations to Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo Okusanya, SAN, following...
Former Governor Fashola Calls for Institution Led Governance to Replace Partisan Politics in Nigeria
Nigeria must move beyond the limitations of partisan politics and embrace a governance model anchored in robust institutions, accountability, and continuity, according to...
PDP Official Accuses Wike of Undermining Constitutional Rights and Democratic Principles
Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike is acting out of unfounded fear and undermining the constitutional rights of citizens, according to sharp...
Makinde Signs Executive Order to Regulate Security Groups in Oyo State
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has signed into law Executive Order 001 of 2026 aimed at regulating associations, groups and organisations involved in...
NJC Targets 256 Judges in Major Crackdown on Judicial Misconduct
The National Judicial Council, NJC, has launched one of the most sweeping anti corruption actions in Nigeria’s judiciary by investigating more than 256...
NADECO Calls for Stronger Media Role in Strengthening Nigeria’s Democracy
The General Secretary of the National Democratic Coalition, Chief Ayo Opadokun, has called for sustained media engagement and civic vigilance to deepen democracy...
ADC Alleges Plot to Remove Judge from Nafiu Bala Gombe Case
The African Democratic Congress has alleged attempts to pressure Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court Abuja Division to withdraw from the...
