Legal Opinion

Examining the Legal Rights of a Person Whose Photograph Is Taken: Can They Sue Under the Nigerian Copyright Act?

Introduction The digital age has redefined how images are created, shared, and consumed. From billboards to social media, photographs of…

5 months ago

So Called Conflicting Decisions of the Supreme Court: A Popular Mischaracterisation, the Uncertainty, and the Path to Reform

By Kola’ Awodein SAN, FCTI, FICIArb & Misbau Alamu Lateef, Ph.D., FHEA “It is also true that this Court can…

5 months ago

The Nature of Admissibility of Documentary Evidence in Election Petitions: An Overview

By O. M. Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb.(U.K) Contributor: Animasaun Iyanuoluwa Introduction' Election petitions are fundamental to Nigeria’s democratic process, allowing candidates…

5 months ago

Judicial Separation: What Happens To Your Relationship Rights?

By S.A Sule Azeez INTRODUCTION I had the opportunity to appear before Honourable Justice Balogun sitting at the High Court…

6 months ago

Proof Of Defection In Nigeria: A Pipe Dream In View Of The Supreme Court Decision In Appeal No. Sc/Cv/1174/2024

By Ogugoedeng Joseph Dimkpa This article considers proof of membership of another political party after defection, as condition precedent for…

6 months ago

Cryptocurrency Transactions and Tax Implications in Nigeria

Introduction Cryptocurrency has emerged as a popular investment tool and means of conducting transactions globally. However, many investors and traders…

6 months ago

Arbitral Immunity Under the Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023

O. M. Atoyebi, SAN FCIArb. (U.K)Contributor: Chibueze K. James Esq. The need to preserve the integrity, neutrality, and independence of…

6 months ago

The Modern Advocate: Leveraging Human Expertise and AI for Legal Excellence

AI is rapidly transforming the legal landscape. While some fear it could disrupt traditional research methods or even replace jobs,…

6 months ago

Consumer Credit in Nigeria: Balancing Opportunity and Regulatory Challenges

Access to consumer credit fuels economic growth by helping households afford purchases, invest in education, and weather financial emergencies. In…

6 months ago

Compulsory Licence in The Music Industry: Comparative Analysis of Copyright Compulsory License Regime in USA and Nigerian Law

By Samuel Olufowose Esq. INTRODUCTIONThe law on copyright protection and use is relatively universal to the extent that no one…

6 months ago