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Can the State Trap You in Your Own Country? The Supreme Court Thinks So
This Article is an analysis of the Supreme Court of Nigeria’s decision in EZIEGBO & ANOR v. ASCO INVESTMENT LTD…
Justice in Absence: Does Physical Presence in Court Still Matter?
The decision in VAB Petroleum Inc. v. Momah (2013) LPELR-19770 (SC) from the Supreme Court of Nigeria deals with the…
Jurisdiction Wars: Should Foreign Judgments Hold Sway in Nigerian Courts?
RE: GROSVENOR CASINOS LTD v. HALAOUI (2009) LPELR - 1340 (SC)"No judgment shall be ordered to be registered under this…
Burden of Proof or Barrier to Justice? The Legal Tug-of-War in Foreign Judgment Registration
RE: OBASI v. MIKSON ESTABLISHMENT INDUSTRIES LTD (2016) LPELR - 40704 (SC) "As I indicated earlier under the Act, the…
The Case for Donald Trump’s Third Term: Fantasy or Imminent Reality?
The Case for Donald Trump’s Third Term: Is America Ready for the Unthinkable?Can President Donald Trump serve a third term…
Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Dream Business in Nigeria: Incorporation Made Easy
Incorporating a business is an important step towards establishing a legitimate and structured enterprise in Nigeria. It not only provides…
Justice or Strategy: Should Lawyers Reveal Authorities That Undermine Their Case?
This article emphasizes the ethical and professional responsibilities of legal counsel in litigation, particularly regarding candor and the presentation of…
Divorced but Still Married: The Legal Illusion of Statutory Divorce in Nigeria
In Nigeria’s complex legal system, where customary and statutory laws coexist, the dissolution of marriage is far from straightforward. A…
Who Really Inherits? Unpacking the Next of Kin Confusion in Nigeria. The Big Nigerian Inheritance Scam: What They Never Tell Next of Kin
The notion of "next of kin" in Nigeria is often not understood particularly as it pertains to matters of inheritance.…