Legal Opinion

Eight Years of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015: What has Changed?

The ACJA was enacted in May 2015, with a view to reforming the delivery of criminal justice in Nigeria. Section…

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The Right To Liberty And Prison Decongestion in Nigeria: The Urgency Required

PART 1 INTRODUCTION The liberty of man is as old as the story of creation, it permeates the early, medieval…

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Compulsory Treatment and Care of Victims of Gunshot Act, 2017: 14 Important Things Medical Practitioners in Nigeria Should Note

Law is defined as the body of rules of conduct or action that have been prescribed by the controlling authority…

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The Evidence Act of 2023: A Remarkable Advancement in Nigeria’s Jurisprudence

Prior to the enactment of the Evidence Act, the English Common Law of Evidence was applied in Nigerian courts, reflecting…

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It is Wrong to Consider Islamic Law as Customary Law, both Constitutionally and Jurisprudentially

INTRODUCTION Islamic law is a written and divine law from the almighty Allah which has primary and secondary sources. The…

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Legal Framework Of People Living With Disabilities In Nigeria

INTRODUCTION The term ‘disability’ is any condition of the body or mind (impairment) that makes it more difficult for the…

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An Analysis of Nigeria’s Legal Framework for Cross-Border Data the AFCFTA Perspective

ABSTRACT The African Continent, in its vision to harmonize and unify trading within the region, has curated an innovative yet…

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Fatal Accidents: Compensation For Parents Of Deceased Children

INTRODUCTION The loss of a family member due to an accident is a very painful experience but sadly it is…

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A Legal Analysis Of Child Labour And Exploitation In Nigeria

INTRODUCTION The lack of consistency in defining the term “child” poses an issue within the legal framework of Nigeria, encompassing…

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Provocation As A Defence, How Effective in Cases of Homicide?

Till date, various cases of homicide were occasioned by a man’s failure to keep his temper in check when provoked.…

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