Legal Opinion

Written by Contributors – legal practitioners and experts – as opinions about the application of the law to a particular set of facts, with recommendations

The Court of Appeal Rules, 2021: Procedural Impact on Appeals Emanating from Court Martial to the Court of Appeal

Background: Despite being an apex disciplinary organ of the Armed Forces, the decision of a court-martial is not absolute but…

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Okonjo-Iweala v. Fawehinmi: Demystifying Locus Standi (2)

By Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN Supreme Court’s Distinction Without a Difference Whereas in one breath, the Supreme Court held that a…

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Okonjo-Iweala v. Fawehinmi: Demystifying Locus Standi (1)

By Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN The Concept of Locus Standi In law generally, a plaintiff approaching the court for any remedy…

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Appeals to The Supreme Court: The Pain of Leave and the Peril of Mixed Law and Fact

By Ujah Israel Ujah Esq., B/Phil, LLB, LLM, (Ph.D. in V) Introduction There is a recurring scene in appellate courtrooms…

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Career Compass: Opportunities Beyond the Courtroom—-By O. M. Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb.(U.K)

CONTRIBUTOR: JESUTOFUNMI IDOWU INTRODUCTION The legal profession has long been associated with the courtroom, where lawyers argue cases before judges…

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Workplace Rights in the Digital Age: Remote Work, Legal Frameworks and International Labour Organization Standard

By Ogunmodede Bright Abstract The advent of remote work was accelerated by global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which …

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An Examination of Self-defence and Its Implications under the Nigerian Criminal Law – By O. M. Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K)

CONTRIBUTOR: LILIAN EKU INTRODUCTION The offences of Murder and Manslaughter remain grave offences globally, and more particularly in Nigeria, they…

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Behind Closed Doors: The Legal Silence on Marital Rape In Nigeria

By Oluwaleye Adedoyin Grace Before I delve into this article, let me share with you a true story, one that…

1 week ago

Privity of Contract In Actions Founded on Letters of Credit

In the Supreme Court of Nigeria Holden at AbujaOn Friday, the 24th day of May, 2024 Before Their LordshipsKudirat Motonmori…

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