James Omotosho
James Omotosho is a respected Nigerian judge known for his role in the judiciary, particularly in the context of high-profile cases and legal interpretations. He was recently in the news due to a court judgment that granted certain reliefs regarding the actions of the Rivers State government, which have been controversial and have raised significant political tensions in the state.
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Justice James Omotosho delivered the judgment that acquitted Abba Kyari.
Court acquits Abba Kyari of asset non-declaration charge
Nigeria· 2026-03-05
Justice James Omotosho approved the withdrawal of Kanu's application and ruled it incompetent.
Nnamdi Kanu transfer bid collapses as lawyers withdrawNigeria· 2026-02-04
Justice James Omotosho is referenced for his previous judgments related to the PDP.
PDP crisis: Court sets January 23 for hearing of Turaki faction’s motionNigeria· 2026-01-14
Judge James Omotosho delivered the verdict against Nnamdi Kanu, stating he was aware of his actions and their implications.
Nigerian separatist leader found guilty of terrorism
United Kingdom· 2025-11-20Justice James Omotosho directed the Nigerian Medical Association to assess Kanu’s health status.
Nnamdi Kanu fit for trial, says Nigerian Medical AssociationNigeria· 2025-10-16
Judge James Omotosho dismissed Kanu's 'no-case submission', ruling that enough evidence had been presented against him.
British citizen arrested in Kenya charged with terrorism and treason in Nigeria
Tanzania· 2025-09-28Justice James Omotosho is presiding over the arraignment of Qatar Airways' executives in the Federal High Court.
Qatar Airways CEO Arraigned: FCCPC Charges FiledNigeria· 2025-06-24
Justice James Omotosho is the judge who set the arraignment date for the defendants.
Multichoice Arraignment Set for October 7Nigeria· 2025-06-24
Justice James Omotosho ordered that Nnamdi Kanu’s case be moved to the DSS office to allow for the inspection of Kanu’s shipping container.
New South-East State Bill Passes SenateNigeria· 2025-06-14
Justice James Omotosho presided over the court hearing regarding the case against Patrick Utomi.
Court slates June 25 for hearing, orders service on UtomiNigeria· 2025-05-21
Justice James Omotosho is presiding over the trial of Nwabuoku.
How ex-AGF diverted N868m defence funds using front companiesNigeria· 2025-05-12
Justice James Omotosho is presiding over the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu.
Simon Ekpa will soon be repatriated for supporting Kanu, witness tells courtNigeria· 2025-05-03
Justice Omotosho granted permission for the witnesses to testify behind a screen in the terrorism case against Kanu.
FG's witnesses to testify behind screen in Kanu’s terrorism trialNigeria· 2025-04-29Justice James Omotosho dismissed the suit because the applicants failed to prove they had been unlawfully detained.
Court dismisses N5bn suit by Chinese fraud suspects against EFCCNigeria· 2025-04-10
Justice James Omotosho has been assigned to hear the case regarding the removal of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State.
Court to hear suit seeking Rivers' sole administrator removal April 10Nigeria· 2025-04-05
Justice James Omotosho presided over the matter and apologized to Nnamdi Kanu.
Why my husband apologised in courtNigeria· 2025-03-22
Justice James Omotosho is the judge presiding over Nnamdi Kanu's trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
NJC dismisses reports of Nnamdi Kanu's release, repatriationNigeria· 2025-03-20
Justice James Omotosho adjourned the case to March 13 for a settlement update or continuation of trial.
Ex-accountant general seeks out-of-court settlementNigeria· 2025-02-27
Justice James Omotosho granted 15 reliefs in his judgment but the governor has refused to obey them.
Rivers APC denies pro-Wike lawmakers’ membership – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-02-26
