FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to abandon the hope of winning the 2027 election through luck, stressing that political success requires proactive effort. Speaking at the party’s 109th National Executive Committee meeting, Wike emphasized that political power is never granted, but must be earned through intense struggle, sacrifice, and organizational strength.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• A Call to Action: Wike encouraged party members to push past fear, legal obstacles, and intimidation, noting that true political gains are forged through overcoming adversity.

• Defining Strategy: He asserted that power is “taken” through struggle, urging the party not to be intimidated by the political landscape or judicial processes.

• Resilience Over Legal Challenges: Despite ongoing internal party disputes and court cases, Wike insisted that the PDP is prepared for the election and remains unfazed by legal hurdles, famously stating that “courts are for real people, not for ghosts”.

• The Need for a Mindset Shift: Addressing members accustomed to the benefits of the PDP’s long-standing dominance, Wike likened them to “spoiled children” who are now struggling because the party is out of power. He emphasized that reclaiming political relevance requires a fundamental change in perspective and a more resilient approach.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled July 2 for its ruling on an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) application for the final forfeiture of five properties tied to former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman. Justice James Omotosho set this date following arguments from both the prosecution and the defense.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Background: Mamman, who was convicted and sentenced to 75 years in prison in May 2026 for laundering public funds, is the subject of this additional forfeiture request.

  • The Properties: The EFCC seeks to seize the Walijam Apartments and A.U.A Plaza in Wuse 2, Abuja; two mansions located on Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja; and Bloom Luxury Suites Nigeria Limited in Unguwan Rimi, Kaduna State.

  • Legal Arguments: EFCC counsel Abbas Muhammed argued that the court retains the authority to grant this consequential order, noting that despite prior forfeiture orders, only a small fraction of the 22 billion naira siphoned by the former minister has been recovered. Conversely, defense lawyer Femi Atteh (SAN) challenged the court’s jurisdiction, arguing that the court is functus officio following the criminal judgment and that some properties involve third parties who were not part of the original trial.

  • Apology: During the proceedings, Atteh apologized to the court and successfully withdrew a previous affidavit filed by a member of his chambers that had characterized the judge’s sentencing judgment as an “emotional outburst”.

  • Status of the Convict: Following his conviction, Mamman—who had initially evaded court appearances—was arrested by the EFCC on May 19, 2026, and is currently serving his sentence at the Kuje Custodial Centre.

The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has unveiled the shortlist of 89 candidates—comprising 77 legal practitioners and 12 academics—vying for the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in 2026. Announced by the LPPC Secretary and Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Kabir Akanbi, this list follows a rigorous selection process that included multiple filtration stages, academic pre-qualification, and chamber inspections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The committee clarified that being shortlisted is not a final guarantee of success, as candidates must still undergo a concluding interview phase. Members of the public are invited to submit feedback concerning the competence and integrity of these candidates; such submissions must be sent to the LPPC Secretariat in Abuja by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, and must include a verifying affidavit deposed before a court of record or notary public.

Option 2: Concise Overview

Following a detailed selection process, the LPPC has officially released the names of 89 individuals shortlisted for the 2026 SAN conferment, the nation’s highest legal honor. The list includes 77 advocates and 12 academics who successfully cleared several examination stages, including independent appeals and site inspections.

The LPPC explicitly noted that this publication does not constitute an automatic grant of the rank. Public comments regarding the candidates are welcome, provided they are submitted in 20 copies with an accompanying affidavit to the Supreme Court of Nigeria office by the July 15 deadline.

Key Takeaways

• The Process: The 89 candidates reached this stage by passing various filtration, academic, and inspection exercises.

• Status: A shortlist is not a final conferment; all candidates must still undergo a final interview.

• Public Participation: The public can weigh in on candidate suitability by submitting 20 copies of their feedback, supported by an affidavit, to the LPPC Secretary in Abuja by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m..

• The Honor: The SAN rank is awarded annually to those who show exceptional distinction