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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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The Appropriate Court to Seek Leave to Appeal as an Interested Party?

CASE TITLE: ARUWA & ANOR v. CHEKWAYIGNA & ANOR (2024) LPELR-61649(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 26TH FEBRUARY, 2024PRACTICE AREA: APPEALLEAD JUDGMENT: CORDELIA IFEOMA…

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Is a No Case Submission Applicable in Civil Cases?

CASE TITLE: MUHAMMAD v. SULEIMAN (2024) LPELR-61695(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 26TH FEBRUARY, 2024PRACTICE AREA: CIVIL PROCEDURELEAD JUDGMENT: MUHAMMED LAWAL SHUAIBU, J.C.A. SUMMARY…

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Does the Mere Presence of an Accused Person at the Crime Scene Make Him Guilty of the Offence?

CASE TITLE: HARUNA v. STATE (2024) LPELR-61727(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 15TH MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURELEAD JUDGMENT: ITA GEORGE MBABA,…

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Unlocking Legal Mysteries: Can Sharia Courts Rule on Estate Inheritance Involving Limited Liability Companies?

CASE TITLE: MAMUDA & ANOR v. UPPER SHARIA COURT KASUWA & ANOR (2023) LPELR-61562(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 11TH DECEMBER, 2023 JUSTICES:…

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Aeroplane Accident Claims For Compensation In Nigeria | Gonji Monday

This discussion will not be well explained if the concept of aeroplane accidents is not explained. An aeroplane accident can…

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Unveiling the Impact: What Happens When a Garnishee Ignores a Court Summons Over Debt Disputes

CASE TITLE: POLARIS BANK LTD v. PRIMA IMPEX (NIG) LTD LPELR-61497(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 2ND AUGUST, 2023 JUSTICES: OYEBISI FOLAYEMI OMOLEYE,…

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The National Assembly Lacks The Legislative Competence To Decriminalize Attempted Suicide In Nigeria

INTRODUCTION The Nigerian Criminal Code is the substantive legislation on criminal matters. It is the apex codified law in Nigeria…

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The Legal Standpoint Regarding the Retrospective Application of the National Industrial Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2016

CASE TITLE: YOBE JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION v. AUTA (2024) LPELR-61655(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2024PRACTICE AREA: EMPLOYMENT LAWLEAD JUDGMENT: OLABODE ABIMBOLA…

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