On June 19, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, presided over by Justice Binta Nyako, ruled against the objection raised by Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), concerning the court’s jurisdiction to subject him to trial. Dissatisfied with this decision, Kanu, through his […]
Nigerian Judiciary
Ten individuals have been convicted and sentenced by Justice O. A. Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, for their involvement in internet fraud, with charges related to fraudulent online relationships and deceitful schemes to extract money from victims. The sentences, which include fines and asset forfeitures, serve as a stern warning against cybercrime and demonstrate the Nigerian judiciary’s commitment to protecting potential victims and combating online fraud.