Two top aviation officials cleared in Katsina Airport fraud trial

Two top aviation officials—Abel Enitan and Musa Odiniya—are cleared in the ₦2.8 billion Katsina Airport fraud trial, as charges exclude…

by Tomomi Goto | October 21, 2026

Nigerian ex-minister says Mambilla power deal lacked approval

Former Nigerian Minister Liyel Imoke claims the 2003 Mambilla hydroelectric power deal lacked Federal Executive Council approval, calling it legally…

by Reina Sato | October 20, 2026

Kwankwaso Says Obi Remains in Presidential Race

Peter Obi remains in presidential race, says Kwankwaso, about the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket commitment.

by Miu Yamada | October 19, 2026

Zacharia Out as White House Press Secretary After Week

Katie Zacharia resigned as White House press secretary on October 16, 2026, after a week in the role following criticism…

by Miu Yamada | October 17, 2026

Nigeria Lawmakers Push for Child Marriage Ban

Nigeria lawmakers push for a child marriage ban to enforce the Child Rights Act, 2003. They aim to eradicate child…

by Tomomi Goto | October 16, 2026

Lawyer struck off for dishonesty

by Reina Sato | October 31, 2026

A wooden gavel and legal book represent justice in a court setting, emphasizing order and legal authority. Photo: Towfiqu barbhuiya/Pexels The New South Wales Court of Appeal has ruled that someone who actively participated in a prolonged arrangement that sought to defraud a victim of a significant amount of money was not a fit and proper person to practise law. The case, The Prothonotary of the Supreme Court of New…

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Australia and New Zealand Law Firms Named Top Workplaces

by Tomomi Goto | October 29, 2026

Law firm employee wellbeing meeting. The 2026 5-Star Employers of Choice report from Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer identifies 32 law firms across Australia and New Zealand as top workplaces, highlighting initiatives focused on employee experience rather than uniform strategies. The report, now in its 11th year, asked firms to submit evidence across 11 areas critical to staff wellbeing, including remuneration, career progression, and flexibility. Winners range from Blackwood Family…