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Application on the Rule in Kojo II v. Bonsie

CASE TITLE:  YAHAYA & ANOR V. CHAMBAJI (2024) LPELR-61726(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 15TH MARCH, 2024 PRACTICE AREA: LAND LAW LEAD JUDGMENT: ITA…

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Position of the Law Where an Offer Requires Acceptance to Be Communicated in a ‘Special Way’

CASE TITLE: DIKEOCHA v. ONWUCHEKWA & ORS (2024) LPELR-61794(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 27TH MARCH, 2024 PRACTICE AREA: LAW OF CONTRACT LEAD…

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The Position of the Law on the Jurisdiction of the Federal High Court on Matters Affecting the Federal Government or Any of Its Agencies

CASE TITLE: EFCC v. B.T. MOTORS & TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD & ORS (2024) LPELR-61759(CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 14TH MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: PRACTICE…

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Legal Technology as A Catalyst for The Development of The Nigerian Legal Regime

By Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K) INTRODUCTION Technology stands as the paramount revolutionary force in society, driving significant transformations…

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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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