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Ikorodu Court Orders DNA Tests In UK and US To Settle Mohbad Son Liam’s Paternity Dispute

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The Ikorodu High Court in Lagos State has authorised three laboratories—two in the United Kingdom and one in the United States—to conduct DNA tests to confirm the paternity of Liam, the son of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba. The child’s paternity has been contested by Joseph Aloba, Mohbad’s father, who has insisted that his son’s remains, following his passing on September 27, 2023, should not be buried until a DNA test resolves the dispute. During the resumed hearing between Joseph Aloba and Wunmi Aloba, the late singer’s lawyer confirmed to reporters that the court selected the three laboratories to ensure impartiality: one chosen by the Aloba family, one by the widow, and a third independent lab appointed by the court. “The case has been adjourned to April 7 for updates on the sample collection. Arrangements will be made with welfare officers to supervise the process, and all parties will be present when samples are taken,” the lawyer explained. He also stated that both the Aloba family and their legal team will have representatives at each laboratory to oversee the delivery of the samples and the testing process.

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Court Orders Muhammadu Indimi’s Oriental Energy To Pay Twin Daughters $43.51 Million In Dividend Dispute

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A Federal High Court has directed Oriental Energy, the oil firm founded by businessman Muhammadu Indimi, to pay $43.51 million to his twin daughters, Ameena and Zara Indimi, in a long-running dispute over company dividends. The judgment, reported by The Africa Report, favoured the twins after they challenged what they said was their exclusion from a dividend pool linked to Oriental Energy’s offshore oil earnings. The sisters claimed entitlement to a combined 10 percent stake in the company, which they argued should have entitled them to a share of roughly $435.1 million in declared dividends. They alleged their individual holdings had been reduced without consent, denying them the full payout they were owed. Oriental Energy is a private Nigerian oil exploration and production company with offshore operations in the Niger Delta and is considered one of the leading privately held players in Nigeria’s upstream sector. The dispute also highlighted broader family tensions, including disagreements over whether previous payments to relatives should be treated as gifts, buyouts, or settlements that nullified dividend claims. Ahmed Indimi, son of Muhammadu Indimi and husband to Zahra Buhari, daughter of former President Muhammadu Buhari, testified against his sisters during the trial. Details on how the court calculated the $43.51 million award and the timeline for payment have not been made public.

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Federal High Court Adjourns Nasir El-Rufai’s Arraignment To April 23

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Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has rescheduled the arraignment of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to April 23. The Development Support Services (DSS) had brought a three-count charge against El-Rufai, accusing him of illegally intercepting communications following statements he made in a television interview. The arraignment was originally set for February 25. El-Rufai did not appear in court on Wednesday. DSS lawyer Oluwole Aladedoyin told the court that the former governor is still in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), where he is being investigated for alleged misappropriation of funds. In light of this, Justice Abdulmalik adjourned the case to April 23 to allow for El-Rufai’s arraignment.

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BBNaija’s Cross Legally Weds Partner Chinonso In Private Ceremony

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Former Big Brother Naija star Cross Okonkwo has tied the knot with his longtime partner, Chinonso. The couple exchanged vows in a private civil ceremony held on Monday, February 23. The intimate court wedding was attended by close associates as they officially sealed their union. Cross looked dapper in a well-tailored brown suit, while his bride dazzled in an elegant white outfit. The newlyweds were seen smiling as they posed for photos outside the courthouse, marking their first public appearance as husband and wife. Following the ceremony, Cross gave thanks to God for the special moment and proudly introduced Chinonso to the public as Mrs. Okonkwo. Their union ushers in a fresh chapter as they embark on married life together.

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Court Adjourns Case Challenging Deregistration Of ADC, Three Other Parties To February 24, 2026

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned a suit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP), Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), and Action Peoples Party (APP) to February 24, 2026. The hearing, originally scheduled for yesterday, was postponed after the presiding judge was absent. The court was abuzz with activity as all parties were present, each represented by legal teams. The National Forum of Former Legislators (NFFL), the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and the ADC each engaged two Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), while the Accord Party was represented by one SAN. Senior counsels also appeared for the other affected parties. The substantive hearing, expected next week, is anticipated to feature detailed legal arguments on the matter. Speaking to journalists, lead counsel for the NFFL, Yakubu Ruba (SAN), explained that the case seeks judicial interpretation of the Constitution. “The suit filed by the NFFL seeks the court’s interpretation of the Constitution and aims to further expound Nigeria’s electoral jurisprudence,” he said. The NFFL, a public interest group, filed the case in December 2025, challenging the recognition of the five political parties on the grounds that they allegedly failed to meet the constitutional threshold for continued existence. The Forum stated that the legal action is intended to enhance Nigeria’s electoral jurisprudence, uphold the rule of law, and foster a more credible and functional political system.

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Court Orders FCT Workers to Suspend Strike Pending Case Resolution

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The National Industrial Court of Nigeria in Abuja has ordered workers under the Joint Union Action Committee to suspend their ongoing strike, following an interlocutory injunction filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and the FCT Administration. The suit, filed against the Chairman of the Joint Union Action Committee, Rifkatu Iortyer, and its Secretary, Abdullahi Umar Saleh, under case number NICN/ABJ/17/2026, sought to restrain the defendants and their members from engaging in any industrial action, picketing, or lockout. Delivering his ruling on Tuesday, Justice E.D. Subilim recognized that the matter qualified as a trade dispute and met the required legal conditions but emphasized that the right to strike is not absolute. He directed that workers must halt any strike action once a dispute is brought before the National Industrial Court. Any ongoing strike must cease until the court delivers a final judgment. “An order of interlocutory injunction is hereby granted, restraining the defendants and their representatives from further embarking on any industrial action against the claimants. This order shall remain in effect pending the determination of the suit,” Justice Subilim stated.

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Lagos Court Bars VeryDarkMan, Doris Ogala, Others From Mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor Pending Suit

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Justice Akintunde Savage of the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, has restrained social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), actress Doris Ogala, and Kelvin Chimaobi Emmanuel from making any references to Dr. Chris Okafor, his ministry, or church on any platform until the resolution of a pending lawsuit. The suit, filed by Dr. Okafor and marked ID/14399GCMW/2026, lists Ogala, VeryDarkMan, and Emmanuel as the first to third defendants. The ex parte application was brought under Order 43, Rules 1, 2, and 7 of the High Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) Rules 2019, as well as the court’s inherent powers. In his ruling, Justice Savage ordered the defendants and their associates to stop publishing or circulating any private materials related to the claimant, including chats, text messages, images, pictures, or videos. The court directed that the defendants must not mention Dr. Chris Okafor’s name, images, videos, or the name of his church, Grace Nation International (also known as Liberation City), in any form—written or spoken—on social media or other media outlets. They were further barred from releasing any content allegedly intended to blackmail or extort money from Dr. Okafor. Justice Savage also allowed for substituted service of the claimant’s legal documents, including the writ of summons, witness list, and statements on oath, through publication in a national newspaper. The matter has been adjourned to February 2, 2026, for hearing.

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Ogun Court Adjourns Trial of Driver in Anthony Joshua Trainers’ Fatal Accident to February 25

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The Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun State has adjourned the trial of Adeniyi Kayode to February 25. Kayode, a 46-year-old driver, is standing trial over a road accident that resulted in the deaths of Anthony Joshua’s personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and his strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami. He was arraigned on January 2 before Magistrate Olufunilayo Somefun. Kayode faces a four-count charge, including dangerous driving causing death under Section 5(1) of the Federal Highway Act, Cap F:135, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, as applied in Ogun State. Other charges include reckless and negligent driving (Section 6(1)), driving without due care causing bodily harm and property damage (Section 7(1)), and driving without a valid national driver’s licence (Section 10(1) of the Federal Highway Act). During Tuesday’s hearing, the prosecution, represented by Nijiwe Richard, requested an adjournment to duplicate the case file for submission to the Ogun State Attorney General’s office through the Department of Public Prosecution for legal advice. The defence, led by Abiodun Olalekan, opposed the application, stating they were ready to proceed. Magistrate Somefun granted the prosecution’s request and adjourned the case to February 25. Kayode was granted bail in the sum of N5,000,000 with two sureties.

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