Simplifying Bail Processes in Nigeria -By Douglas Ogbankwa

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Bail processes in court in Nigeria are perhaps the most difficult to perfect anywhere in the world. Bail processes occupy…

Who Is Granted Custody of the Children After a Marriage Dissolution?

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CASE TITLE: AKINMOSIN v. AKINMOSIN (2023) LPELR-61125 (CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 3RD OCTOBER, 2023 JUSTICES: OYEBISI FOLAYEMI OMOLEYE, JCACORDELIA IFEOMA JOMBO-OFO,…

What Is the Required Standard of Proof in Matrimonial Causes?

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CASE TITLE:  ADESOJI v. AJETOMOBI (2024) LPELR-61757 (CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 12TH MARCH, 2024 PRACTICE AREA: MATRIMONIAL CAUSES LEAD JUDGMENT: ONYEKACHI AJA…

Does a Party Who Is Held to Be in Contempt of an Order of Court Have the Right to Be Heard?

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CASE TITLE: AKOTEX ENERGY LTD & ORS v. ACCESS BANK PLC (2024) LPELR-61728(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 12TH MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: PRACTICE AND…

Instance(s) Where a Court Can Raise Issues Suo Motu and Determine It Without Hearing Parties

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CASE TITLE: IGP v. ACHI (2024) LPELR-61781 (SC) JUDGMENT DATE: 23RD FEBRUARY, 2024 PRACTICE AREA: PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE LEAD JUDGMENT: JOHN…

Dr Mobolaji Ojibara: ‘Ethical Standards in the Legal Profession are Paramount as they Form the Bedrock of Trust and Integrity upon which the entire Legal System Relies.’

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“Ethical standards in the legal profession are paramount, as they form the bedrock of trust and integrity upon which the…

An Analysis of Admiralty Jurisdiction in Nigeria

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By Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K) INTRODUCTION The Nigerian Maritime Sector, no doubt, contributes significantly to the nation’s economy.…

Lawful Procedures For Actualizing A People’s Constitution For Nigeria

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By Professor Mike Ozekhome, SAN, CON, OFR, FCIArb, LL.M, Ph.D, LL.D, D.Litt, D.Sc. THE NEVER-ENDING CALL FOR A NEW PEOPLE’S CONSTITUTION…

An Insight into Medical Negligence under Nigerian Jurisprudence

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By Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K) IntroductionIn Nigeria, there is a troubling surge in cases of medical negligence, primarily…

Navigating the Waters: Prospects and Perils of the 2016 African Charter on Maritime Security, Safety, and Development

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INTRODUCTION For decades, the vast expanse of African waters remained largely unguarded against security threats and environmental risks, hindering development…