Legal Opinion

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The Lagos State Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill 2025: Key Recommendations and Observations

By Olajide Abiodun, Esq. The Lagos State House of Assembly is currently considering the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill…

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Digital Borders: Evaluating Nigeria’s Transition to a Fully Automated Immigration System -By O. M. Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K)

Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi SAN, FCIArb. (U.K) CONTRIBUTOR: IFEDIORA OBIORA CHISOM Introduction In an era where technology is reshaping global mobility,…

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Toward a Legally Anchored and Permanent National IHR Authority in Nigeria: A Constitutional and Strategic Imperative for Health Security

Prof Uwakwe Abugu By Professor Uwakwe Abugu, Director General Institute of Medical and Health Law, President – Lifeline Centre for…

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Election Law bulletin: The 2025 Bye-Elections in View – P. D. Pius Esq

By P. D. Pius, Esq Tomorrow, the 16th of August 2025, INEC will be conducting bye-elections. The bye-elections will cut…

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The Legal Status of a Church Marriage In Nigeria

INTRODUCTION For many couples, a church wedding is a dream come true. But beyond the beautiful ceremony, flowers, and vows,…

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Some Highlights of Legislation/Judicial Pronouncements Made in 2024 in Nigeria

By Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi Esq. Just like every other year, in 2024 some new and interesting laws were enacted, and…

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Providing the needed Clarity to undefined terms: “Third Party” and “Recipient” under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023

By Olumide Babalola One of the core objectives of data protection law is the assignment of roles to ensure accountability,…

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Jurisdiction of Court Where Issues in the Case are no Longer Alive

In the Supreme Court of Nigeria Holden at Abuja On Friday, the 17th Day of January, 2025 Before Their Lordships…

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Clarification on the Powers of the Attorney-General in Criminal Prosecution Under Nigerian Law

Colleagues, Let us be guided by the clear provisions of the law before making public statements on the powers of…

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The Lagos State Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill 2025: Key Recommendations and Observations – By Olajide Abiodun, Esq.

The Lagos State House of Assembly is currently considering the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill 2025, a piece of…

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