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The Presumption of the Law Where Stolen Property Is Found in Possession of a Person Immediately/Soon After a Theft

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The Presumption of the Law Where Stolen Property Is Found in Possession of a Person Immediately/Soon After a Theft

lawpavilion May 21, 2024

CASE TITLE: OLUWASEGUN v. STATE (2024) LPELR-62035 (CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 12TH APRIL, 2024PRACTICE AREA: CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURELEAD...

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Powers of the Police With Respect to Investigation of Criminal Allegations

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Powers of the Police With Respect to Investigation of Criminal Allegations

lawpavilion May 21, 2024

CASE TITLE: MUSA v. COP LAGOS STATE & ORS (2024) LPELR-61941 (CA)JUDGMENT DATE: 22ND MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA:...

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Whether Interference With Right to Property Must Be Strictly in Accordance to the Law

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Whether Interference With Right to Property Must Be Strictly in Accordance to the Law

lawpavilion May 21, 2024

CASE TITLE: OGBUJI & ORS v. OGBONNA & ORS (2024) LPELR-62168(SC)JUDGMENT DATE: 22ND MARCH, 2024PRACTICE AREA: CIVIL...

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The Concept Of Void And Voidable Marriages In Nigeria (1)

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The Concept Of Void And Voidable Marriages In Nigeria (1)

lawpavilion May 21, 2024

By Dave Ajetomobi There are various matrimonial reliefs available under the Matrimonial Causes Act (hereinafter referred to...

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The Central Bank Of Nigeria As “Public Officer” In Garnishee Proceedings: An Understanding Of The Intricacies Of Garnishee Proceedings Under Nigerian Law

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The Central Bank Of Nigeria As “Public Officer” In Garnishee Proceedings: An Understanding Of The Intricacies Of Garnishee Proceedings Under Nigerian Law

lawpavilion May 21, 2024

By Oliver Azi Here, the “Judgment Creditor” is the person who was successful in a suit and the court...

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Competence Of Originating Process Signed “For” Or “By Proxy”

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Competence Of Originating Process Signed “For” Or “By Proxy”

lawpavilion May 15, 2024

In the Supreme Court of Nigeria Holden at Abuja On Friday, the 8th day of March, 2024...

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Law And Divorce In Nigeria: An Examination Of The Grounds For Divorce In Statutory Marriages, Jurisdiction Of Court, Ancillary Matters And Alternatives

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Law And Divorce In Nigeria: An Examination Of The Grounds For Divorce In Statutory Marriages, Jurisdiction Of Court, Ancillary Matters And Alternatives

lawpavilion May 14, 2024

By Oliver Azi The “Matrimonial Causes Act 1970” (which would herein be referred to as “MCA”) sets the framework...

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Does Depositing Title Documents as Loan Security Establish an Equitable Mortgage?

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Does Depositing Title Documents as Loan Security Establish an Equitable Mortgage?

lawpavilion May 14, 2024

CASE TITLE: NWACHUKWU v. NICHIM GROUP OF COMPANIES (NIG) LTD & ORS (2024) LPELR-61722(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 12TH...

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Limitation Period for Bringing an Action for Recovery of Land

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Limitation Period for Bringing an Action for Recovery of Land

lawpavilion May 14, 2024

CASE TITLE:  MAISAMARI & ORS v. GIWA (2024) LPELR-62137(CA) JUDGMENT DATE: 24TH APRIL, 2024 PRACTICE AREA: LIMITATION LAW...

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Is the Production of Title Documents Alone Enough to Prove Title to Land?

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Is the Production of Title Documents Alone Enough to Prove Title to Land?

lawpavilion May 14, 2024

CASE TITLE: REGITEX GLOBAL RESOURCES LTD v. A. A. OIL COMPANY LTD & ORS (2024) LPELR-62124(CA)JUDGMENT DATE:...

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