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Simplifying Bail Processes in Nigeria -By Douglas Ogbankwa

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

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

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

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What Is the Required Standard of Proof in Matrimonial Causes?

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

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

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

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

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

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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.’

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

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An Analysis of Admiralty Jurisdiction in Nigeria

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

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Lawful Procedures For Actualizing A People’s Constitution For Nigeria

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…

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An Insight into Medical Negligence under Nigerian Jurisprudence

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

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

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

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