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N550m Threat-to-Life Suit: Court Set to Deliver Landmark Ruling Against Nigerian Army
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, is set to deliver judgment on July 3, 2025, in a N550 million fundamental human rights suit filed against the Nigerian Army and seven others.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The judge had originally fixed June 19 for judgment after the applicant’s counsel adopted his final written address. However, the court did not sit on the scheduled day due to other official engagements. The new date was subsequently communicated to all parties involved.
The case, which centres on alleged threat to life, assault, battery, and maltreatment, was instituted against the Nigerian Army and seven others, including the Chief of Army Staff, the General Officer Commanding 81 Division, the Commandant of Command Day Secondary School Lagos, and four soldiers—Lieutenant Akabor, and Privates Sani, Ahmed, and Montero—who are listed as the 1st to 8th respondents.
On March 1, 2025, the court had ordered that the respondents be served via substituted means by publishing the court processes in a widely circulated newspaper within the Federal Capital Territory. This followed an ex parte application argued on behalf of the plaintiff.
Despite being served, none of the respondents appeared in court or sent legal representation during the proceedings. The applicant tendered several exhibits, including a Certificate of Compliance and video evidence of the alleged assault.
In a bench ruling, Justice Abdulmalik scheduled judgment for June 19 and directed that hearing notices be served on all respondents. That date was later shifted to July 3 due to the court’s absence.
In the suit, filed in November 2024, Akhigbe alleged that on June 10, 2024, he was brutally attacked by the 5th to 8th respondents after being accused of filming inhumane punishments being meted out to SSS3 female students who were ordered to roll in muddy water.
According to him, while leading the group to the administrative block for resolution, the soldiers, allegedly acting on the instructions of Lieutenant Akabor, descended on him, beating him with planks, sticks, koboko, and metal rods. He claimed they targeted his face and skull while shouting: “We will kill you today, you bastard.”
The attack reportedly caused profuse bleeding from his head, forcing academic activities to halt as civilian staff protested in solidarity. The Commandant allegedly placed the assailants in military police custody and covered his medical expenses amounting to N180,000.
Akhigbe also recounted that his condition worsened weeks later, leading to hospitalisation in Abuja. He said his union, the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, issued a demand letter seeking compensation on his behalf. Despite further legal notification to the respondents, no response was received.
The plaintiff is now seeking several reliefs from the court:
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A declaration that the actions of the 5th to 8th respondents amounted to a gross violation of his constitutional rights to dignity, life, and freedom from inhuman treatment under Section 34(1) of the Nigerian Constitution and Articles 4 and 5 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
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An order restraining the respondents and their agents from further violating his rights.
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A directive mandating the 5th to 8th respondents to issue a public video apology aired on two national TV stations.
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N500 million as general damages for rights violation and an additional N50 million as the cost of litigation.
The ruling on these prayers is now expected on July 3, 2025.
The Action Peoples Party (APP) has dissolved its Imo State Executive Committee and appointed an Interim Caretaker Committee to manage party affairs until further notice.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The decision was made during an emergency meeting of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) and approved by the National Executive Committee (NEC). An eight-member Interim Caretaker Committee will oversee the party pending upcoming congresses.
The committee members are: Ernest Njesi (Chairman), Emeka Onwukwe (Secretary), Henry Alaribe (Deputy Chairman, Owerri zone), Ogemdi Ezemonye (Deputy Chairman, Orlu zone), Ernest Ezirim (Deputy Chairman, Okigwe zone), Cajethan Duke (Publicity Secretary), and Peter Etoh (Treasurer).
Speaking to the committee, APP National Chairman Uchenna Nnadi emphasized that the move aims to restore internal unity and urged the caretakers to include all members in their planning.
The party has also formally notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its readiness to conduct congresses at ward, local government, and state levels.
In a letter dated March 2, 2026, addressed to the INEC Chairman, Nnadi and National Secretary Abu Ibrahim Bossan confirmed the dates: ward congresses on March 24, local government congresses on March 26, and state congresses on March 28.
Adamu Atiku Abubakar, first son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has stepped down as Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Energy Development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, addressed to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Adamu said his decision came after “deep personal reflection and careful consideration.”
“I hereby formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective today, 2nd March 2026,” the letter stated.
He described serving in the role as a privilege and thanked the governor for the opportunity.
“It has been a rare honour to serve under your visionary leadership and contribute, in my modest capacity, to the infrastructural growth and development of our state,” he wrote.
Adamu also expressed gratitude to the people of Adamawa State for their support.
“I remain profoundly grateful for the confidence Your Excellency placed in me throughout my tenure. Your support allowed me to perform my duties with dedication. I also sincerely appreciate the good people of Adamawa State for their prayers, understanding, and encouragement,” he added.
He concluded with prayers for the governor: “May Allah continue to guide and strengthen you in serving our dear state.”
Earlier reports noted that Adamu chose not to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), remaining absent from the list of 22 commissioners who accompanied Governor Fintiri when announcing their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC on February 27, 2026.
Good morning! Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories from Nigerian newspapers....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Olatunji Disu Confirmed as IGP – The Nigeria Police Council has approved Olatunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, stated that President Bola Tinubu will swear him in on Wednesday.
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Adamu Abubakar Resigns in Adamawa – Son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Alhaji Adamu Abubakar, has stepped down as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development under Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, ending his role on the state executive council with immediate effect.
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Owo Abducted Worshippers Freed – Four Christian members of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) in Uso community, Ondo State, have been released following the payment of a ₦9 million ransom to their abductors.
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Justice Tsoho to Appear Before CCB – Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, has requested the Code of Conduct Bureau to schedule his appearance for allegations of non-declaration of assets, starting from the week of March 16.
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Dangote Raises Petrol Price – Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) gantry price by ₦100, bringing it to ₦874 per litre, citing global crude oil market volatility as the reason for the hike.
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Governors Back Tinubu’s Reforms – Thirty-six state governors under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have endorsed President Tinubu’s directive that oil and gas revenues be remitted directly to the Federation Account, calling it key for fiscal transparency and predictability.
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Cattle Rustling Thwarted in Kano – Joint Task Force troops in Gwarzo, Kano State, recovered 257 cattle after foiling a bandit attack early Sunday morning in Mainika village.
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PDP Denies Conducting Congresses – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) clarified that it is not holding congresses anywhere in the country, condemning false reports circulated by expelled members linked to the APC.
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FCT Tax Filing Deadline – The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service reminded residents to file personal income tax returns by March 31, 2026, covering employees, office holders, self-employed individuals, and business owners.
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Anambra Seals Nkwo-Ogbe Market – The Ihiala Local Government Council shut down Nkwo-Ogbe market in Ihiala for a week after traders refused to open their stalls, defying the state’s sit-at-home order.
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