Court news update nigeria

Here are some recent court news updates from Nigeria:

1. Supreme Court Upholds Governorship Election of Obaseki

The Supreme Court has upheld the election of Godwin Obaseki as the Governor of Edo State, dismissing the appeal filed by his opponent, Osagie Ize-Iyamu. The court ruled that Obaseki's election was valid and in compliance with the Electoral Act. (Source: Vanguard)

2. Court Sentences 10-Year-Old Boy to Life Imprisonment for Murder

A High Court in Lagos has sentenced a 10-year-old boy to life imprisonment for murdering his 4-year-old cousin in 2019. The court found the boy guilty of murder and sentenced him to life imprisonment, citing the gravity of the crime and the need to protect society. (Source: Punch)

3. Court Orders FG to Pay N1.5 Billion to Victims of Herdsmen Attacks

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Federal Government to pay N1.5 billion to victims of herdsmen attacks in Benue State. The court ruled that the government was liable for the attacks and ordered it to pay compensation to the victims. (Source: Daily Trust)

4. Court Dismisses Suit Challenging Buhari's Eligibility to Contest 2023 Elections

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit challenging the eligibility of President Muhammadu Buhari to contest the 2023 presidential elections. The court ruled that the suit was statute-barred and lacked merit. (Source: Premium Times)

5. Court Orders EFCC to Release Ex-Governor's Son from Custody

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to release the son of a former Governor from custody. The court ruled that the EFCC had no justification to keep the son in custody and ordered his immediate release. (Source: This Day)

6. Court Sentences 3 Men to Death for Kidnapping and Murder

A High Court in Lagos has sentenced three men to death for kidnapping and murdering a businessman in 2018. The court found the men guilty of the crime and sentenced them to death, citing the gravity of the offense. (Source: The Nation)

7. Court Orders FG to Pay N10 Billion to Victims of Military Operations

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Federal Government to pay N10 billion to victims of military operations in the North-East region. The court ruled that the government was liable for the harm caused to the victims and ordered it to pay compensation. (Source: Daily Independent)

These are just a few of the recent court news updates from Nigeria.