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Distinguishing Between “Inherent Jurisdiction Of The Court” And “Jurisdiction Of The Court”

By Oliver Azi Legal principles can be dicey, especially as they closely relate to each other. The statements inherent jurisdiction…

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Is paternity fraud actionable under the law?

The ever-increasing rate at which men are defrauded of fake paternity by either their lawful wives or partners in coitus…

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Does an Invitation by the Police for the Purpose of Investigating an Allegation Amount to a Breach of Fundamental Right?

CASE TITLE: DIDEN v. C.O.P STATE COMMAND, ASABA & ORS (2024) LPELR-61926(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 25TH MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: ENFORCEMENT OF FUNDAMENTAL…

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Whether the Provisions of Chapter 2 of the 1999 Constitution Are Justiciable

CASE TITLE: MUHAMMED v. EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR KANO STATE & ORS (2024) LPELR-62086(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 22ND MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: EVIDENCELEAD JUDGMENT: USMAN…

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Offence of Rape: Whether a Child Under the Age of 14 Is Capable of Giving Consent

CASE TITLE: MUHAMMED v. FRN (2024) LPELR-62200(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 17TH MAY, 2024PRACTICE AREA: CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURELEAD JUDGMENT: MUHAMMED LAWAL SHUAIBU,…

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Can Law Enforcement Invoke Constitutional Rights While Disregarding the Law?

CASE TITLE: C.O.P ADAMAWA STATE COMMAND v. PIUS & ANOR (2024) LPELR-61853(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 27TH MARCH, 2024 JUSTICES: ITA GEORGE…

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The Proof of Bias in Commercial Arbitration

As a rule of thumb, an arbitrator must possess a reputation for fairness, integrity and wisdom in relating with parties…

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The Concept Of Void And Voidable Marriages In Nigeria (2)

By Dave Ajetomobi By Section 4 of the Act, such marriage is only void if the parties do not apply…

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Is Obtaining the Governor’s Consent Mandatory Before Land Can Be Alienated?

CASE TITLE: YAKUBU v. KARAL & ORS (2024) LPELR-61854(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 27TH MARCH, 2024 JUSTICES: ITA GEORGE MBABA JCAPATRICIA AJUMA…

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Exploring Private Financing Strategies for Power Transmission Projects in Nigeria

By Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K) INTRODUCTION In Nigeria, the accessibility of stable electricity presents a significant challenge, impacting…

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