Tag: due process
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International Law Expert Urges Immediate Probe into Marcos Drug Allegations
Call for Immediate, Transparent Investigation An international law expert has urged the Philippines to conduct an immediate, thorough, and transparent investigation into public allegations regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and members of his immediate family. The call comes after remarks reportedly circulated by the president’s sister, Senator Imee Marcos, alleging involvement with drugs. The expert…
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Can India Deny Dhaka’s Request To Extradite Sheikh Hasina? What Rules Say
Context and what’s at stake The question of whether India can deny a request from Bangladesh to extradite Sheikh Hasina hinges on a blend of international treaties, Indian domestic law, and long‑standing norms about political offenses and due process. While the scenario centers on a specific, high‑profile political figure, the underlying rules apply broadly to…
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Senior Lawyers Weigh In: Wike’s Clash with Naval Officer Over Abuja Land Dispute
Overview of the Incident The public clash between Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, and a naval officer in Abuja has reignited debates about land governance, security, and due process. While officials dispute ownership and control of a plot in the nation’s capital, two renowned Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs)—Femi Falana and…
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Legal Motion to Dismiss: Challenging the Prosecutor Behind Trump-Related Indictments
Overview: A High-Stakes Motion to Dismiss A federal judge is set to hear a significant motion this week as lawyers representing two individuals charged in a case tied to the Justice Department attack a central premise: the appointment of the prosecutor who secured the indictments. The defendants argue that the prosecutor’s alleged bias and partiality…
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Zimbabwe High Court Review: Magaya Seeks Remand Removal
Overview: A High Court Challenge to a Remand Decision In Zimbabwe, the High Court is being asked to intervene in a case involving Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries founder Walter Magaya. Magaya has filed an application for a review of a magistrate’s decision to place him on remand. The move signals a legal strategy…
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Olympians Urge Iran to Halt Execution of Boxing Champion and Coach
Global Athletes Urge Mercy in High-Profile Iranian Case More than 20 Olympic medallists, coaches, and other international athletes have joined a dramatic appeal to the Iranian authorities: halt the planned execution of a celebrated boxing champion and coach. The letter, which has drawn attention from beyond the boxing world, underscores the growing role athletes can…
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FIC Clears Richard Nii Armah Quaye: Ghanaian Businessman’s Accounts Unfrozen After Probe
Summary: FIC Drops Probe After Clearing Quaye The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has concluded its investigation into the financial activities of Ghanaian businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye and has cleared him of any misconduct. Following an earlier decision to freeze his accounts during the probe, authorities have now unfrozen the assets as part of closing…
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Duterte ICC Medical Consent Challenge: Legitimacy Questions
Duterte Defense Questions Validity of Medical Consent The legal team of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has moved to challenge the legitimacy of a medical consent form tied to his ICC custody, alleging that his personal health information was disclosed without proper authorization. The filing, made public in redacted form on Oct. 9, 2025, raises…
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Duterte Defense Questions Medical Consent, Seeks Full Disclosure from ICC Registry
Duterte Defense Questions Validity of Medical Consent in ICC Proceedings The defense team for former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has challenged the legitimacy of a medical consent form reportedly signed on his behalf, arguing that his personal health information was disclosed without proper authorization and that questions remain about his mental capacity at the time…
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Ethical Behavior: The Key to Restoring Trust in Public Institutions
Introduction: Rebuilding Trust through Ethical Leadership Public faith in elected leaders and government institutions has frayed in recent years, spurred by persistent concerns over transparency, accountability, and the handling of public funds. In this climate, the timely reactivation of the Senate Committee on Ethics—led by Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito—offers a pivotal opportunity to reaffirm that…