Edidiong Akpanuwa & Co
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…
You Can’t Jail Nigerians on Mere Suspicion Anymore — Not Without Paying the Price
In a country where being free is more dangerous than being powerful, Section 35 of the Nigerian Constitution is supposed to…
The Constitution Doesn’t Care About Your Feelings — Association Must Be Mutual
In this Article, we look at the decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in EMEKA v. OKOROAFOR & ORS (2017)…
Dying Won’t Stop the Bank from Coming After You
In a judgment that is set to redefine estate administration and banking practices in Nigeria, the Supreme Court has firmly declared…
The Smart Side of Lending: How Informal Money Lenders Thrive Within Legal Boundaries
This article revolves around the interpretation and application of the Money Lenders Law in the context of whether a transaction…
ACJL 2011: A Shield for Justice or a Loophole for Criminals?
RE: OGEDENGE v. PEOPLE OF LAGOS STATE (2019) LPELR - 48850 (CA)This case deals with procedural compliance under the Administration…
Fair Hearing or Legal Illusion? Unpacking Nigeria’s Constitutional Guarantee in Practice
This article deals with the constitutional guarantee of fair hearing under Section 36(1) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria and…
How to File a Lawsuit in Nigeria: A Step-by-Step GuideHow to File a Lawsuit in Nigeria: A Step-by-Step Guide to Winning Your Case
Filing a lawsuit in Nigeria involves navigating the country’s legal framework, which blends common law, statutory law, islamic law and…
The Fragile Backbone of British Democracy: Unpacking the UK’s Unwritten Constitution
The United Kingdom's Constitution is a unique and complex framework that governs the legal and political structure of the UK.…
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…