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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. Some presume that being listed as person’s next of kin…
ACJL 2011: A Shield for Justice or a Loophole for Criminals?
RE: OGEDENGE v. PEOPLE OF LAGOS STATE (2019) LPELR - 48850 (CA)This…
You Must Pay the Dead Man’s Debts Before You Can Inherit His Wealth — Supreme Court Fires Warning Shot!
In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves through the estate 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…
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…
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You Must Pay the Dead Man’s Debts Before You Can Inherit His Wealth — Supreme Court Fires Warning Shot!
In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves through the…
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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…
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…
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…