Judiciary

Court rulings, judicial appointments, and constitutional law analysis.

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji Pleads Not Guilty, Reaffirms Confidence in Due Process as Court Grants Bail

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji Pleads Not Guilty, Reaffirms Confidence in Due Process as Court Grants Bail

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has pleaded not guilty to a six-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court granted him bail and adjourned the matter to 21 September 2026 for the commencement of trial. Reaffirming his confidence in the rule of law, Chief Nnaji emphasized his commitment to the judicial process, expressed gratitude to his supporters nationwide, and urged the public to respect the constitutional presumption of innocence while allowing the courts to determine the case on its merits.

Site manager · Jul 13, 2026
ENUGU GUBER MATTER: Nnaji’s Legal Team Rejects Settlement Bid, Court Fixes October 20 for Substantive Hearing

ENUGU GUBER MATTER: Nnaji’s Legal Team Rejects Settlement Bid, Court Fixes October 20 for Substantive Hearing

The legal dispute surrounding the certificate issue involving Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji has taken a new turn, with the Federal High Court fixing October 20, 2026, for substantive hearing after months of adjournments. According to his legal team, previous proceedings were delayed following repeated requests for adjournments and an unsuccessful bid for an out-of-court settlement, which was rejected in favour of allowing the court to determine the matter. The development has also sparked fresh debate over the timing of related allegations, with supporters questioning why issues already before the court are resurfacing in the public domain.

Site manager · Jul 09, 2026
Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law, Calls for Respect for Judicial Process

Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law, Calls for Respect for Judicial Process

The camp of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology and PDP governorship candidate in Enugu State, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has reaffirmed his commitment to the rule of law, urging the public and the media to distinguish between ongoing civil proceedings, criminal allegations and established judicial findings. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Dr. Robert Ngwu, the former minister maintained that the legal matters involving him remain subject to due process and should not be misrepresented through media narratives.

Site manager · Jul 08, 2026
Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law, Clarifies Status of Ongoing Court Proceedings

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law, Clarifies Status of Ongoing Court Proceedings

A statement issued on behalf of Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji has clarified the legal status of the court matters involving the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, emphasizing that the civil suit concerning his academic records was initiated by him to seek judicial clarification and the release of his university transcript. The statement also notes that efforts at an out-of-court settlement were unsuccessful, with the Federal High Court adjourning the matter to 20 October 2026 for hearing.

Site manager · Jul 08, 2026
Rebuttal to Recent Media Report on Chief Uche Geoffrey NNaji .

Rebuttal to Recent Media Report on Chief Uche Geoffrey NNaji .

Recent public discourse has been dominated by a widely circulated report by Premium Times concerning alleged claims involving the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and former Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji. The report has generated considerable debate among political stakeholders and observers, prompting calls for clarity and a more contextual understanding of the issues raised.

Site manager · Jun 09, 2026
Violence Rocks FUTO as Student Allegedly Dies After Man O’ War Incident, Campus Protest Turns Destructive

Violence Rocks FUTO as Student Allegedly Dies After Man O’ War Incident, Campus Protest Turns Destructive

Tension erupted at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), following the reported death of a student allegedly assaulted by members of the Man O’ War group over accusations of theft. The incident triggered violent protests on campus, with students destroying properties linked to the group as authorities reportedly moved to suspend or disband the unit.

Site manager · May 30, 2026