This article deals with the constitutional guarantee of fair hearing under Section 36(1) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria and references interpretations of similar provisions under the 1979 Constitution....
Filing a lawsuit in Nigeria involves navigating the country’s legal framework, which blends common law, statutory law, islamic law and customary law. While the process may seem daunting, understanding...
The decision in VAB Petroleum Inc. v. Momah (2013) LPELR-19770 (SC) from the Supreme Court of Nigeria deals with the question of whether a party in a civil suit...
RE: GROSVENOR CASINOS LTD v. HALAOUI (2009) LPELR – 1340 (SC)“No judgment shall be ordered to be registered under this Ordinance if- (a) the Original Court acted without Jurisdiction;...
RE: OBASI v. MIKSON ESTABLISHMENT INDUSTRIES LTD (2016) LPELR – 40704 (SC) “As I indicated earlier under the Act, the registration of a foreign judgment can be set aside...
Incorporating a business is an important step towards establishing a legitimate and structured enterprise in Nigeria. It not only provides legal protection for the owners but also opens up...
This article emphasizes the ethical and professional responsibilities of legal counsel in litigation, particularly regarding candor and the presentation of legal authorities.Key Elements of the AnalysisDuties of Legal Counsel:Legal...
In Nigeria’s complex legal system, where customary and statutory laws coexist, the dissolution of marriage is far from straightforward. A recurring issue before the courts is whether the dissolution...
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...
