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Election Law bulletin: The 2025 Bye-Elections in View – P. D. Pius Esq

By P. D. Pius, Esq Tomorrow, the 16th of August 2025, INEC will be conducting bye-elections. The bye-elections will cut…

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The Legal Status of a Church Marriage In Nigeria

INTRODUCTION For many couples, a church wedding is a dream come true. But beyond the beautiful ceremony, flowers, and vows,…

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Some Highlights of Legislation/Judicial Pronouncements Made in 2024 in Nigeria

By Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi Esq. Just like every other year, in 2024 some new and interesting laws were enacted, and…

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Providing the needed Clarity to undefined terms: “Third Party” and “Recipient” under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023

By Olumide Babalola One of the core objectives of data protection law is the assignment of roles to ensure accountability,…

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Jurisdiction of Court Where Issues in the Case are no Longer Alive

In the Supreme Court of Nigeria Holden at Abuja On Friday, the 17th Day of January, 2025 Before Their Lordships…

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Clarification on the Powers of the Attorney-General in Criminal Prosecution Under Nigerian Law

Colleagues, Let us be guided by the clear provisions of the law before making public statements on the powers of…

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The Lagos State Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill 2025: Key Recommendations and Observations – By Olajide Abiodun, Esq.

The Lagos State House of Assembly is currently considering the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill 2025, a piece of…

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Is Kidnapping Complete Without Ransom?

CASE TITLE: ABANOBI v. STATE LPELR-81735(SC)JUDGMENT DATE: 13TH JUNE, 2025 JUSTICES: JOHN INYANG OKORO, J.S.C.TIJJANI ABUBAKAR, J.S.C.CHIDI NWAOMA UWA, J.S.C.HABEEB…

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Key Innovations of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025

The Nigerian insurance sector is undergoing a historic transformation with the enactment of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act, 2025.…

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Trial-Within-Trial: Need To Abolish Same In Criminal Trials In Nigeria – By Mike Anyadiegwu, PhD.

Abstract A trial-within-a-trial procedure is resorted to by a trial court when a defendant in a criminal trial protests to…

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