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

SAN Demands Transparency, Better Services Before Tax Hikes

SAN advocates for transparency and better public services as prerequisites for Nigerians to accept tax increases, emphasizing accountability in public…

by Miu Yamada | October 15, 2026

Nigeria’s INEC upholds mandatory party membership registers

Nigeria’s INEC enforces mandatory party membership registers for 2027 governorship elections after Supreme Court ruling confirms their constitutionality.

by Reina Sato | October 14, 2026

Lawyer Proposes Domestic Crude Pricing to Lower Petrol Costs

by Miu Yamada | October 9, 2026

Lawyer Olisa Agbakoba proposes domestic crude pricing to lower petrol costs to ₦400 per liter, urging clarity from presidential candidates ahead of…

Victoria Supreme Court Issues AI Guidelines for Legal Use

by Tomomi Goto | October 22, 2026

Chief Justice Richard Niall noted that AI’s potential to improve access to justice is acknowledged, but its use must not compromise legal standards. The Supreme Court of Victoria has issued new practice notes and judicial guidelines governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within its jurisdiction. The documents aim to clarify appropriate and innovative use of emerging AI technologies while ensuring accountability, privacy, and fairness in legal proceedings. The court…

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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…