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Supreme Court Clarifies Law on Unilateral Deletion of Party in Appeals

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has delivered a judgment on the effect of unilaterally deleting a party from an appeal without leave. The ruling, handed down on Friday, December 12, 2025, in Abuja, was read by a five-justice panel led by Justice Helen Moronkeji Ogunwumiju.

The case addresses a procedural issue that has significant implications for the conduct of appeals in the country. The court examined whether a party can be removed from an appeal without the formal permission of the court.

While the full details of the judgment are being analyzed by legal practitioners, the decision underscores the importance of adhering to procedural rules in litigation. The panel included Justices Adamu Jauro, Jummai Hannatu Sankey, and Obande Festus.

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